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This is a Systematic Review study (also classified as: Meta-Analysis).

September 10, 2025Behavioral SciencesOpen Access

Muscle Dysmorphia, Obsessive–Compulsive Traits, and Anabolic Steroid Use: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

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Systematic review demonstrates significant links between muscle dysmorphia and obsessive–compulsive traits, suggesting health implications.

A moderate positive correlation exists between muscle dysmorphia symptom severity and obsessive–compulsive traits.
Significantly higher muscle dysmorphia symptoms were found in anabolic–androgenic steroid users compared to non-users.
Thematic synthesis revealed motivations for anabolic steroid use, including identity conflicts and compulsive training routines.
This research highlights the need for integrated interventions addressing both muscle dysmorphia and substance-related behaviors.

Çınaroğlu et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Systematic review demonstrates significant links between muscle dysmorphia and obsessive–compulsive traits, suggesting health implications.