Recent research shows that gay and bisexual teen boys use illicit steroids at six times the rate of their straight male peers. Reasons for this disparity are unclear; however, the study authors hypothesize that gay and bisexual teen boys may feel more pressure to achieve an “ideal” male physique, or they might think bulking-up will help them fend off bullying. This article describes this research (the first of its kind) as well as signs and side-effects of steroid use.

Globe and Mail (03-Feb-2014):
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/health-and-fitness/health/1-in-5-gay-teen-boys-has-used-steroids-study-shows/article16664569/