"Boy Erased"

"Boy Erased" is a memoir by Garrard Conley that recounts his experience as a young gay man forced into a conversion therapy program by his religious family. The narrative explores themes of identity, acceptance, and the harms of such therapies, which aim to change a person's sexual orientation. Conley's story highlights the emotional and psychological struggles faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in hostile environments and critiques the societal and familial pressures that can lead to such painful experiences. The book was later adapted into a film, bringing greater awareness to the issues surrounding conversion therapy.