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How social media is driving teens toward steroids and extreme body transformations

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A growing number of teenage boys are chasing dramatic body transformations online — building massive muscles, shedding fat and documenting it all for millions to see.  But behind some of the viral physiques lies a troubling trend: the use of a powerful drug never approved for humans.

A rapid transformation — and a risky choice

At 16 years old, Zaid Laila says he didn’t want to spend years working out to build a body like those he saw online.  “Why wait 10 years … when I could do it in less than a year,” he said. The high school student from suburban Dallas began documenting his journey on social media, where his transformation quickly drew attention. His videos show a leaner, more muscular physique — the kind often celebrated across social media platforms. But Laila is open about how he got there: “A lot of steroids and a lot of working out.” He told CBS News he’s been using anabolic steroids for about 10 months, including trenbolone, a powerful drug developed for livestock and never approved for human use.

Source: How social media is driving teens toward steroids and extreme body transformations – CBS News

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2 Corinthians 5:17

TikTok’s convinced everyone they have autism — what’s actually going on

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A diagnosis from Dr. Doomscroll? It may be time for a second opinion. Social media users are increasingly diagnosing themselves with autism after watching TikTok content about the neurodevelopmental condition, drawing mixed reactions from experts. While the trend can raise awareness and build community around autism, there are concerns that much of the content is misleading or inaccurate. And just because you have a few eccentricities in common with an influencer who has a bona fide diagnosis doesn’t mean you’re on the spectrum.

Source: TikTok’s convinced everyone they have autism — what’s actually going on

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Matthew 16:25