Conversion Therapy

Conversion therapy is when a person tries to change someone's sexual or gender identity. It can be a very harmful practice because it is rooted in the belief that being LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer) is wrong. People who practice conversion therapy may use physical or psychological methods, such as forms of punishment, to try to convince a person to change their identities. These types of therapies have been proven to be ineffective and can potentially cause mental health issues for those who undergo it.