ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Ex-gay movement

Okay, kiddo, have you ever heard of the ex-gay movement? It's a group of people who believe that you can change from being gay to being straight.

Some people believe that being gay is wrong, and they want to help others who feel that way. They say that being gay is a choice, and people can choose to stop feeling that way.

But a lot of scientists and doctors say that being gay is not a choice. They say that people are born with their sexual orientation, just like they are born with their hair color or the color of their eyes. They also say that trying to change from being gay to being straight can be harmful and doesn't work for most people.

So, some people still believe in the ex-gay movement, but many others don't. It's important to remember that everyone should be accepted for who they are and who they love, no matter what.