Scientific studies on conversion therapy show that it’s harmful and ineffective. All major medical and psychological associations oppose it. Every major medical and mental health organization opposes ...

I’m a conversion-therapy survivor. I know firsthand the impossible task, and death-dealing effects, of trying to “pray the gay away.” Today, I’m also a researcher who focuses my work on conversion ...

Conversion therapy ‒ the practice of attempting to alter someone's sexual orientation or gender identity through a variety of methods ‒ has long been debunked by scientists, doctors and survivors ...

Theresa Gaffney is the lead Morning Rounds writer and reports on health care, new research, and public policy, with a particular interest in mental health, gender-affirming care, and LGBTQ+ patient ...

A pending U.S. Supreme Court case could overturn conversion therapy bans in 20 states, raising concerns among medical professionals who say the practice causes significant harm to LGBTQ+ youth. The ...

The Supreme Court heard oral arguments Tuesday on whether to strike down state-level bans on LGBTQ conversion therapy, with justices on the majority-conservative court suggesting they may be willing ...

The Supreme Court is currently weighing Chiles v. Salazar, a case that challenges Colorado’s ban on conversion therapy for minors. ⁠Conversion therapy has been linked with higher rates of depression ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." This week, the Supreme Court heard arguments in a case that could reshape existing restrictions on ...