Maybe. Some are probably staying away out of paranoia. However, I don't know why. It's not illegal to discuss steroids. It's illegal to possess them without a prescription &/or sell them. IMO - the paranoia over this board is overblown. However, be weary of anyone pushing you for sources &/or offering to sell you something. Also note that there are several members of the board who are cops & such. Big freakin' deal, again it's not illegal to discuss steroids - it's no different then discussing pot, coke, etc.