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Despite potentially different risk profiles, these harms are seldom discussed with respect to specific compounds although recent ethnographic research has identified a need to do so. Specifically, myth has developed among users with trenbolone reportedly having more dramatic effects on individuals, with reports of aggression, violent behaviour and extreme mood disturbances, and this is reflected in extant literature. This paper aims to report on the narrative surrounding the use of trenbolone among AAS users.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Method<\/jats:title><jats:p>As part of a larger qualitative study, a number of AAS users were interviewed regarding their usage practices. 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