Supreme Court Faces Controversy Over LGBTQ+ Conversion Therapy and Expertise
TL;DR
The article discusses the controversial practice of conversion therapy within the Catholic context, highlighting personal stories like Simon Fung's failed attempt to change his sexual orientation, the evolving professional and legal debates surrounding the practice, and the differing perspectives among Catholic and mental health professionals on its efficacy and ethical implications, especially in light of ongoing legal cases like Chiles v. Salazar.
Topics:nationreligion-and-law#catholic#conversion-therapy#mental-health#religion-and-law#sexual-orientation#supreme-court
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- Conservative justices reveal their distrust of medical expertise on LGBTQ+ issues CNN
- Supreme Court skeptical of state bans on conversion therapy aimed at LGBTQ kids NBC News
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- Christian group ‘deceived’ supreme court about LGBTQ+ research, cited scholars say The Guardian
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