Talking it out: counseling aims to curb steroid abuse

NCT ID NCT07039539

Not yet recruiting Disease control Sponsor: University of Sao Paulo Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026 · Updated 5 times

Summary

This study tests a harm reduction approach for people who use anabolic-androgenic steroids (AAS) without a prescription. Participants will receive four counseling sessions to help them reduce their steroid use and improve their health. The trial will measure changes in steroid use, blood work, and quality of life over one year.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: counseling sessions
What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide an effective way to help people reduce their use of anabolic steroids and improve their health.
What could go wrong: This is a very small early-stage trial with only 32 participants. The results may not apply to everyone, and the counseling may not lead to lasting change.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety Harm Reduction substance abuse substance-related disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ANABOLIC STEROIDS ADVERSE EVENTS BRIEF INTERVENTION DRUG ABUSE HARM REDUCTION MINIMIZATION, HARM

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Locations

Clinical Hospital of the School of Medicine, University of Sao Paulo

São Paulo, São Paulo, 05403-000, Brazil

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