Taylor Hooton was a student athlete from Plano West Senior High School in Plano, Texas who in July 2003 committed suicide. Taylor's family believed his death was connected to clinical depression caused by the use of steroids used for performance enhancement combined with Clomid, an estrogen pill designed for women with fertility problems, as well as anti-depressants. However this has been criticized. Wikipedia
Taylor Hooton, a 16-year old, 6 foot 2, 180 pound, muscular high school athlete was told by his high school coach that he needed to be bigger in order to effectively compete in his senior year. www.taylorhooton.org
Home 60Minutes 60MinutesII The Kid Next Door Teen Athletes Who Use Steroids May Be At Risk July 21, 2004 Videos Photos 1 2 High school student Taylor Hooton wanted to be the No. 1 pitcher on his team in Plano, Texas. www.cbsnews.com/stories/2004/03/02/60II/main603502.shtml
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