Teen says social media trend convinced him to take dangerous steroids
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A social media trend called "looksmaxxing" is encouraging teen boys to use dangerous steroids.
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Teen boys following the "looksmaxxing" trend on social media may risk their health by taking steroids with dangerous side effects.
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A teen reports that an online social media trend called "looksmaxxing" convinced him to take dangerous steroids. This trend is reportedly influencing teen boys to use steroids, which carry potentially harmful side effects. Adam Yamaguchi is reporting on the phenomenon. The story highlights the risks associated with certain social media trends and their influence on young people's health decisions.
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