This psychologist was a key supporter of conversion therapy in the 90s. He changed his mind. - LGBTQ Nation

"In the mid 2000s, psychologist Warren Throckmorton realized that his years defending so-called conversion therapy had been in error. Presented with evidence disputing its efficacy, the straight psychologist changed his mind and said so publicly. He became one of the practice's most vocal critics."

"With the rise of Christian nationalism in the last decade, conversion therapy is seeing a resurgence after years in the wilderness. Red state legislatures and the Trump administration are both endorsing a comeback based on freedom of religion and First Amendment arguments."

"Yet the facts haven't changed: conversion therapy still doesn't work, and it remains destructive for both its victims and their loved ones."

Warren Throckmorton, a retired psychologist, initially defended conversion therapy before recognizing his error in the mid-2000s when presented with evidence disproving its effectiveness. He subsequently became one of the practice's most prominent critics. Throckmorton has since authored two books exposing myths surrounding Christian nationalism and conducted fact-checks on right-wing influencers. His research areas have converged as Christian nationalism's rise correlates with conversion therapy's resurgence, particularly in red state legislatures and the Trump administration, which justify the practice through religious freedom and First Amendment arguments. Despite these political efforts, conversion therapy remains ineffective and causes significant harm to victims and their families.

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