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Drugs Subject to Certain Restrictions (AQA GCSE Physical Education (PE))

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Cara Head

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Reviewed by: Lára Marie McIvor

Beta Blockers

  • Beta blockers are a medication that must be prescribed by medical professionals

  • Beta blockers function to reduce the effects of adrenaline on the body; this can improve fine motor control and therefore the precision of movements

    • Beta blockers can be useful for performers struggling with anxiety in sports that require fine control, e.g. in shooting, archery and golf

  • Their effects on the body include:

    • Reduced heart rate

    • Reduced muscle tension

    • Reduced blood pressure

  • Several side effects can occur from the use of beta blockers:

    • Nausea

    • Weakness

    • Heart issues

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    Cara Head

    Author: Cara Head

    Expertise: Biology Content Creator

    Cara graduated from the University of Exeter in 2005 with a degree in Biological Sciences. She has fifteen years of experience teaching the Sciences at KS3 to KS5, and Psychology at A-Level. Cara has taught in a range of secondary schools across the South West of England before joining the team at SME. Cara is passionate about Biology and creating resources that bring the subject alive and deepen students' understanding

    Lára Marie McIvor

    Author: Lára Marie McIvor

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    Lára graduated from Oxford University in Biological Sciences and has now been a science tutor working in the UK for several years. Lára has a particular interest in the area of infectious disease and epidemiology, and enjoys creating original educational materials that develop confidence and facilitate learning.