Conversion therapy
Conversion therapy refers to a set of practices aimed at changing an individual's sexual orientation or gender identity, particularly to align them with heterosexual or cisgender norms. These methods can include counseling, behavioral modification, and sometimes more extreme techniques. Widely discredited by medical and psychological organizations, conversion therapy is considered harmful and ineffective, leading to emotional and psychological distress. Many countries and regions have banned its practice for minors, recognizing that sexual orientation and gender identity are integral aspects of a person's identity, which should be accepted and not altered.
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Conversion therapy refers to practices aimed at changing an individual's sexual orientation or gender identity, typically from LGBTQ+ to heterosexual or cisgender. These methods can include counseling, behavioral modification, and sometimes harmful techniques like aversion therapy. Widely discredited by medical and psychological organizations, conversion therapy is based on the misconception that being LGBTQ+ is a disorder that needs to be "cured." Many jurisdictions have banned its practice due to the psychological harm it can cause, including anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts among those subjected to it.