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@piatkowskitim.bsky.social
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New Collab in
@ijdrugpolicy.bsky.social
We interviewed 30 PWIDs who were recently incarcerated in QLD - Aus. These accounts demonstrate how prisons reproduce BBV & bacterial infection risk among PWIDs.
doi.org/10.1016/j.dr...
@uqchsr.bsky.social
@griffithcmh.bsky.social
@aivl.bsky.social
1 day ago
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Thank you
@abcnewsbot.bsky.social
we need to start work on evidence based cessation and recovery plans for people who use steroids.
@uqchsr.bsky.social
@aivl.bsky.social
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-12...
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Steroid use is 'exploding' in Australia â but quitting is a lonely road
A rising number of Australians are using steroids. But one expert says a lack of knowledge and widespread stigma make it tough to get clinical support.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-12-28/steroid-use-increase-quit-guidelines-australia/106043898?utm_campaign=abc_news_web&utm_content=link&utm_medium=content_shared&utm_source=abc_news_web
3 days ago
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#GDS2024
#steroid
pub Lead: Ben Bonenti; Rockstars:
@jasonferris22.bsky.social
@monicabarratt.bsky.social
@chenealpuljevic.bsky.social
@proflaurenball.bsky.social
+ more.
@uqchsr.bsky.social
@uqcchw.bsky.social
@griffithcmh.bsky.social
@kingscollegelondon.bsky.social
doi.org/10.1177/1559...
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Understanding Age-Based Differences in Psychosocial Harms, Physical Harms, and Access Difficulties Among an International Sample of Men Who Use Anabolic-Androgenic Steroids - Benjamin Bonenti, Vigorou...
Background: Anabolic-androgenic steroid (AAS) use is rising globally. However, age-related differences in harms and health care access barriers remain underexpl...
https://doi.org/10.1177/15598276251405211
10 days ago
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Tim Piatkowski
APSAD DAR
15 days ago
đThe Prevalence of Anabolic-Androgenic
#Steroid
Use Among Same-Sex Attracted Men: A Systematic Literature Review and Meta-Analysis Nicholas Pascual,
@piatkowskitim.bsky.social
, Eric H. Y. Lau, Matthew Dunn
doi.org/10.1111/dar....
@deakinuniversity.bsky.social
@griffith.edu.au
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The Prevalence of AnabolicâAndrogenic Steroid Use Among SameâSex Attracted Men: A Systematic Literature Review and MetaâAnalysis
Issues This review aimed to estimate the prevalence of non-medical anabolic-androgenic steroid (AAS) use among same-sex attracted men (SSM). Approach We conducted a systematic review of peer-revie.....
https://doi.org/10.1111/dar.70091
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New collab in
@apsad-dar.bsky.social
with Raphael. Drawing on the Australian and Swiss steroid checking pilots, we call for a coordinated global response.
@uqchsr.bsky.social
@griffithcmh.bsky.social
@ethz.ch
@apsad-emcr.bsky.social
@aivl.bsky.social
doi.org/10.1111/dar....
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Toward a Coordinated Global Response to AnabolicâAndrogenic Steroid Consumption: Lessons From the World's Current Steroid Checking Initiatives
Anabolic-androgenic steroid (AAS) use presents a growing global public health issue. Despite evidence of significant physical, psychological and social harms, responses to non-medical AAS use remain ....
https://doi.org/10.1111/dar.70075
about 1 month ago
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A co-designed health conversation tool for AAS harm reduction.
@jasonferris22.bsky.social
@chenealpuljevic.bsky.social
@monicabarratt.bsky.social
@emilystockings.bsky.social
+ many others.
@uqchsr.bsky.social
@griffithcmh.bsky.social
@matildacentreusyd.bsky.social
doi.org/10.1186/s129...
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Co-producing a peer-led health conversation tool for the health services workforce to facilitate safer use of anabolicâandrogenic steroids - Harm Reduction Journal
Background Illicit anabolicâandrogenic steroid (AAS) use poses physical and psychosocial risks. These issues are exacerbated by inadequate public health responses and well-meaning yet inadequately tra...
https://doi.org/10.1186/s12954-025-01356-z
about 1 month ago
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Tim Piatkowski
Griffith University
about 1 month ago
Lead and arsenic, which are known for their cancer-causing properties, have been found in an analysis of 15 anabolic-androgenic steroids with some levels well above safe exposure thresholds by
@piatkowskitim.bsky.social
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Cancer-causing properties found in steroids - Griffith News
Dr Tim Piatkowski Lead and arsenic, which are known for their cancer-causing properties, have been found in an analysis of 15 anabolic-androgenic steroids
https://news.griffith.edu.au/2025/11/17/cancer-causing-properties-found-in-steroids/
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#ROIDCheck
is a research program keeping Aussies safer - we look forward to discussions regarding its' national sustainability.
@uqchsr.bsky.social
@griffithcmh.bsky.social
@aivl.bsky.social
@abcnewsbot.bsky.social
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Government to have talks with illegal steroid researcher amid drug testing ban
A researcher who found "dangerous" toxic metals in illegal anabolic steroids is in talks the health department officials to continue his work despite Queensland's drug checking ban.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-11-14/queensland-illegal-steroid-research-drug-testing-ban/105985000
about 2 months ago
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@apsad-dar.bsky.social
@apsad.bsky.social
@apsad-emcr.bsky.social
Lived living experience exchanges are now Live in the sector!
@uqchsr.bsky.social
@latrobeuni.bsky.social
about 2 months ago
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Tim Piatkowski
APSAD DAR
about 2 months ago
Congratulations to our APSAD award winners: Mentor Award -
@jconigr.bsky.social
Mid Career Award - Delyse Hutchinson First Peoples Award - Tina Taylor
#APSAD25
@apsad.bsky.social
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@uqchsr.bsky.social
#day3
kicking off with our amazing narcofeminists đȘđ»
about 2 months ago
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@apsad.bsky.social
@apsad-emcr.bsky.social
@apsad-dar.bsky.social
Geoff presenting our important ODTP work!
about 2 months ago
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Tim Piatkowski
APSAD DAR
about 2 months ago
Great to start with another smoking ceremony for our morning plenary session
#APSAD25
@apsad.bsky.social
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@apsad.bsky.social
@apsad-emcr.bsky.social
@apsad-dar.bsky.social
@chenealpuljevic.bsky.social
educating is on illicit tobacco trade!
@uqchsr.bsky.social
about 2 months ago
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Tim Piatkowski
APSAD DAR
about 2 months ago
A huge thank you to everyone who has reviewed for the journal, we wouldnât be able to publish quality content without your help. Lovely to see everyone at the Friends of DAR event tonight
#APSAD25
@apsad.bsky.social
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#APSAD2025
@apsad.bsky.social
about 2 months ago
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Tim Piatkowski
APSAD DAR
about 2 months ago
Great turnout for the EMCR networking event, starting off with an icebreaker and a fantastic panel of speakers
@piatkowskitim.bsky.social
Rose Crossin Tracey McIntosh Lynette Bullen
@dadiyama-kylie.bsky.social
#APSAD25
@apsad.bsky.social
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Tim Piatkowski
APSAD DAR
about 2 months ago
Great turnout for the EMCR networking event, starting off with an icebreaker and a fantastic panel of speakers
@piatkowskitim.bsky.social
Rose Crossin Tracey McIntosh Lynette Bullen
@dadiyama-kylie.bsky.social
#APSAD25
@apsad.bsky.social
@apsad-emcr.bsky.social
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Tim Piatkowski
APSAD DAR
about 2 months ago
Congratulations to
@piatkowskitim.bsky.social
for winning the most highly cited paper with an EMCR member as first author! Full paper Open Access -
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
#APSAD25
@apsad-emcr.bsky.social
@apsad.bsky.social
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Safer injecting for people who use
#IPEDs
isnât just BBV prevention â itâs health enhancement. Peer-led harm reduction can meet people where they are.
@jasonferris22.bsky.social
@chenealpuljevic.bsky.social
@uqchsr.bsky.social
@griffithcmh.bsky.social
@aivl.bsky.social
doi.org/10.1177/1363...
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Sage Journals: Discover world-class research
Subscription and open access journals from Sage, the world's leading independent academic publisher.
https://doi.org/10.1177/13634593251388294
about 2 months ago
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Tim Piatkowski
APSAD DAR
about 2 months ago
đClinician's Corner: âItâd be nice to know if youâre about to have drain cleanerâ: A qualitative study of preferred drug checking service features to inform the design of CheQpoint, Qldâs first fixed-site drug checking service
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/journal/1465...
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https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/journal/14653362/
[email protected]
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New
#GDS2024
collab led by superstar Etienne. Healthcare access issues + not testing steroids linked to higher rates of harm. This is why services like
#ROIDCheck
are so critical! đ
authors.elsevier.com/sd/article/S...
about 2 months ago
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Also another one in Luke & Evelyn's Special Issue on weight-loss meds by Luke Cox and myself - looking at Clenbuterol normalisation online:
doi.org/10.1016/j.pe...
@griffithcmh.bsky.social
@uqchsr.bsky.social
@swanseauni.bsky.social
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.peh.2025.100391
about 2 months ago
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New article on BAM15 as an emerging weight loss med (the new DNP?) with Luke Turnock out now:
doi.org/10.1016/j.pe...
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@uqchsr.bsky.social
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.peh.2025.100362
about 2 months ago
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New Editorial and awesome collab w Adam Searby. A great piece of work which came about from the amazing DANA Conference earlier this year. Check it out!
doi.org/10.1097/JAN....
@aivl.bsky.social
@uqchsr.bsky.social
@griffithcmh.bsky.social
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https://doi.org/10.1097/JAN.0000000000000667
2 months ago
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Tim Piatkowski
AIVL For PWUD Wellbeing, Health & Human Rightsâïžđ
3 months ago
This will go down in history as punishing people who took a stand and did everything to save their community from harm and deaths, while far-right people will be seen as horrible for trying to get them punished by manipulating the narrative. We stand with DULF as people who use drugs matter! đâïžâ€ïž
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Tim Piatkowski
AIVL For PWUD Wellbeing, Health & Human Rightsâïžđ
3 months ago
Tim always rocking! đđđđđȘ
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New collab w. Robyn Caroline Laura Kyle. "Fit idealâ = lean + muscular for everyone. Social media fuels compulsive exercise & disordered eating through this ideal. Gender-informed prevention needed.
@griffithcmh.bsky.social
@uqchsr.bsky.social
@uoft-fifsw.bsky.social
doi.org/10.1007/s111...
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Fit for Whom? Gendered Impacts of the Fit Ideal on Body Image and Behavior - Sex Roles
Societal body ideals are shifting from thinness for women and muscularity for men to a unified âfit idealâ that emphasizes both leanness and muscle mass across genders. This study tested a revised tripartite influence model, and employed the Fit-Ideal Internalizatfion Test, in a sample of 288 Australian adults (Mage = 22.7; 31% men). Path analysis examined links among social media pressure, fit-ideal internalization, appearance comparison, body dissatisfaction, compulsive exercise, and muscularity-oriented eating (e.g., ingestion of high levels of protein). Results showed that fit-ideal internalization directly predicted compulsive exercise and muscularity-oriented eating in both men and women and mediated the influence of social media pressure on these behaviors. In women only, both internalization and appearance comparison mediated the link between social media pressure and body dissatisfaction, and body dissatisfaction and peer pressure directly predicted muscularity-oriented eating. Although men and women internalized the fit ideal to a similar degree, their behavioral outcomes differed, indicating gender-specific pathways. These findings highlight the importance of gender-informed, media-literate interventions. Clinicians and educators should tailor strategies to the distinct social pressures identified, while recognizing overlap. Public health campaigns and policies must promote inclusive messaging that disrupts the progression from fit-ideal internalization to body dissatisfaction, disordered eating, and compulsive exercise across genders.
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11199-025-01622-1
3 months ago
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Tim Piatkowski
APSAD DAR
3 months ago
Full research available Open Access -
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
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Looking for the Best Way to Come Off Steroids Safely? Exploring PostâCycle Therapy, Cessation, and Recovery Discourse and Practice in Australian Steroid Consumer Forums
Introduction Anabolic-androgenic steroid (AAS) use is rising in Australia; however, discontinuation poses challenges due to withdrawal symptoms and a lack of clinical guidance. Therefore, the aim of...
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/dar.70042
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Tim Piatkowski
APSAD DAR
3 months ago
âPeople are seeking support, but instead of turning to health services where stigma and a lack of expertise are barriers, they are relying on their peers in online forums for guidance." -
@piatkowskitim.bsky.social
newatlas.com/health-wellb...
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Steroid users rely on risky online advice, not doctors, to quit
Many anabolic steroid users are turning to online forums â not doctors â for help coming off the drugs, a new study shows. With misinformation and inconsistent advice rife, experts warn that this coul...
https://newatlas.com/health-wellbeing/anabolic-androgenic-steroids-post-cycle-therapy-cessation/
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Tim Piatkowski
APSAD DAR
3 months ago
Full research available Open Access -
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
Jonathan Easton, Bonnie Grant, Geoffrey Spurling, Raphael Magnolini,
@piatkowskitim.bsky.social
@uqchsr.bsky.social
@griffithcmh.bsky.social
@aivl.bsky.social
@imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social
legeldn.bsky.social
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Looking for the Best Way to Come Off Steroids Safely? Exploring PostâCycle Therapy, Cessation, and Recovery Discourse and Practice in Australian Steroid Consumer Forums
Introduction Anabolic-androgenic steroid (AAS) use is rising in Australia; however, discontinuation poses challenges due to withdrawal symptoms and a lack of clinical guidance. Therefore, the aim of...
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/dar.70042
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New in
@apsad-dar.bsky.social
w. a rockstar team. Steroid consumers turn to forums for PCT advice. Some tips help, most donât. No clinical guidance = big risks.
@uqchsr.bsky.social
@griffithcmh.bsky.social
@aivl.bsky.social
@imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social
doi.org/10.1111/dar....
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Looking for the Best Way to Come Off Steroids Safely? Exploring PostâCycle Therapy, Cessation, and Recovery Discourse and Practice in Australian Steroid Consumer Forums
Introduction Anabolic-androgenic steroid (AAS) use is rising in Australia; however, discontinuation poses challenges due to withdrawal symptoms and a lack of clinical guidance. Therefore, the aim of.....
https://doi.org/10.1111/dar.70042
3 months ago
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New collab in
@apsad-dar.bsky.social
shows people who inject steroids still lack clear guidance. Peer-led approaches could change that.
doi.org/10.1111/dar....
@jasonferris22.bsky.social
@monicabarratt.bsky.social
@drsuzinielsen.bsky.social
@uqchsr.bsky.social
@griffithcmh.bsky.social
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Creating Safer Injecting Practices Through CommunityâLed Harm Reduction: Lessons From People Who Use Steroids for the Alcohol and Other Drug Sector
Introduction Research on anabolicâandrogenic steroid (AAS) use has addressed health outcomes, social dynamics, service access and risk management strategies. Yet little work has examined how these d...
https://doi.org/10.1111/dar.70044
3 months ago
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Another collab with @jasonmnagata.bsky.social.Teen boys are being sold âtestosterone-maxxingâ as the secret to masculinity. As a researcher and a dad, I see the body image struggles.
@griffithcmh.bsky.social
@uqchsr.bsky.social
@ucsfchildrens.bsky.social
www.parents.com/why-teen-boy...
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Why Some Teen Boys Are Turning to 'Testosterone Maxxing'
Hereâs what you need to know about the hormone medications masculinity influencers are promoting on social media and how to talk to your son about the unrealistic pressures this content puts on young ...
https://www.parents.com/why-teen-boys-are-turning-to-testosterone-maxxing-11798809
4 months ago
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Tim Piatkowski
New Scientist
4 months ago
From âtrenfluencersâ to complex drug regimens, influencers are reshaping how millions approach steroid use. Now, researchers are trying to catch up with what this means for our health?
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Steroids are everywhere on social media â but how dangerous are they?
From âtrenfluencersâ to complex drug regimens, influencers are reshaping how millions approach steroid use. Now, researchers are trying to catch up with what this means for our health
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2492880-steroids-are-everywhere-on-social-media-but-how-dangerous-are-they/?utm_term=Autofeed&utm_medium=SOC&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1757031427
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Timothy Piatkowski says the culture around steroid use has shifted in the past decade, with many fitness influencers now openly disclosing their drug use.
@griffithcmh.bsky.social
@uqchsr.bsky.social
@newscientist.com
@aivl.bsky.social
www.newscientist.com/article/2492...
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Steroids are everywhere on social media â but how dangerous are they?
From âtrenfluencersâ to complex drug regimens, influencers are reshaping how millions approach steroid use. Now, researchers are trying to catch up with what this means for our health
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2492880-steroids-are-everywhere-on-social-media-but-how-dangerous-are-they/
4 months ago
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New peer-led collab in Contemporary Drug Problems w. Steph, Kahlil, Emma, Emily, + me. PWID face the highest overdose risk in the weeks post-prison release. We show peer-led care + naloxone save lives.
@griffithcmh.bsky.social
@uqchsr.bsky.social
@aivl.bsky.social
doi.org/10.1177/0091...
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The Overdose Risk Environment for People Who Inject Drugs Transitioning From Prison to Community in Australia - Steph Reeve, Kahlil Rogers-Perazzo, Emma Kill, Emily Cooper, Timothy Piatkowski, 2025
People who inject drugs (PWID) face disproportionately high rates of drug overdose in the first few weeks post-release from prison, which may be exacerbated by ...
https://doi.org/10.1177/00914509251371745
4 months ago
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1st collab
#GDS2024
#steroid
paper led by Ben ft.
@jasonferris22.bsky.social
@monicabarratt.bsky.social
@chenealpuljevic.bsky.social
@proflaurenball.bsky.social
@dremmadavies.bsky.social
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@griffithcmh.bsky.social
@uqchsr.bsky.social
@kingscollegelondon.bsky.social
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.peh.2025.100356
4 months ago
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New Collab in Virtual Reality led by Shiva Pedram. Our review highlights the potential of VR in improving accessibility and engagement to mental health interventions.
@griffithcmh.bsky.social
@uqchsr.bsky.social
doi.org/10.1007/s100...
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Exploring the potential of virtual reality (VR) in mental healthcare: a systematic literature review - Virtual Reality
Virtual reality (VR) technologies offer transformative possibilities for mental healthcare, particularly following rapid technological advances and increased demand for remote therapeutic intervention...
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10055-025-01181-6
4 months ago
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Tim Piatkowski
Griffith Centre for Mental Health
4 months ago
Why are young men âT maxxingâ testosterone? Do they need it? And what are the risks? Read more in
@theconversation.com
đ
theconversation.com/why-are-youn...
Co-authored by
@griffith.edu.au
's
@piatkowskitim.bsky.social
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Why are young men âT maxxingâ testosterone? Do they need it? And what are the risks?
T maxxing offers a compelling narrative: raise your testosterone, upgrade your life. But if you donât have clinically low testosterone, there are health risks.
https://theconversation.com/why-are-young-men-t-maxxing-testosterone-do-they-need-it-and-what-are-the-risks-263203?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=bylineblueskybutton
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My pleasure to kick off day 3 of the DANA conference with a keynote on health enhancement and harm reduction for people who use steroids.
@griffithcmh.bsky.social
@uqchsr.bsky.social
@aivl.bsky.social
5 months ago
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#DANA25
Day 2. Dr Brendan Clifford educating us on the applications of
#ketamine
5 months ago
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#DANA25
Day 2 Our CEO Cameron Francis delivering a compelling
#keynote
on
#drugchecking
@theloopuk.bsky.social
5 months ago
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Day 1 of the DANA conference on the wonderful Gold Coast.
5 months ago
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Tim Piatkowski
APSAD EMCR
5 months ago
Full research available Open Access -
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
EMCR member
@piatkowskitim.bsky.social
is the corresponding author and also won the 2024 Kyp Kypri Early Career Award
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Unregulated steroids aren't just risky, they're unpredictable cocktails of unknown drugs and poison. This is
#toxicsupply
!!! Ali (PEDTest),
@jasonferris22.bsky.social
@drsuzinielsen.bsky.social
@griffithcmh.bsky.social
@uqchsr.bsky.social
@monashaddiction.bsky.social
@apsad-dar.bsky.social
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5 months ago
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Tim Piatkowski
APSAD DAR
5 months ago
Pumped up with
#poison
: new research shows many anabolic
#steroids
contain
#toxic
metals
theconversation.com/pumped-up-wi...
Alison Craven,
@jasonferris22.bsky.social
@drsuzinielsen.bsky.social
@piatkowskitim.bsky.social
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Pumped up with poison: new research shows many anabolic steroids contain toxic metals
A new study shows many steroids used in Australia are mislabeled or laced with toxic metals such as lead and arsenic, exposing people to long-term health risks.
https://theconversation.com/pumped-up-with-poison-new-research-shows-many-anabolic-steroids-contain-toxic-metals-261470
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I'm speaking at the 2025 Adolescent & Young People Symposium hosted by the amazing Prof Ally Hutton Sept 12 | 9AMâ12PM |
@westernsydneyu.bsky.social
| Liverpool I'll be speaking about A Community-Led Approach to Steroid Consumption.
@griffithcmh.bsky.social
@uqchsr.bsky.social
6 months ago
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New Steroid Modules for Health Workers part of a full training packageâincl. resources, videos & tools. â¶ïž Intro:
youtu.be/7Qwmy_n7bMU
â¶ïž Engagement:
youtu.be/3vIIi4ytgHs
đ Full package:
hi-ground.org
@griffithcmh.bsky.social
@uqchsr.bsky.social
@aivl.bsky.social
6 months ago
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Tim Piatkowski
APSAD
6 months ago
#APSAD25
Late Breaker abstracts open for submissions. Findings not ready by the first round deadline due to incomplete data? Have exciting new research? It's your last chance to be included in shaping this year's program. Submission Deadline is 11:59pm AEST, Monday 28 July 2025
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