Delaware Just Banned Gay Conversion Therapy For LGBTQ Youth

Delaware Governor John Carney (D) signed a law prohibiting implementation of turning therapy by homosexuals to minors of mental health experts on Monday

Under Act No. SB 65 of the same Act, conversion therapy or "restoration therapy" was aimed at changing the sexual orientation or gender identity of individuals, including "alteration of behavior and sexual expression, exclusion or reduction of sexual activity" Any action or treatment "is defined. Romantic charm and feelings for people of same sex "

The American Psychological Association condemns conversion therapy, which, according to a report, is based on "a view of homosexuals rejected by all major mental health professionals". This bill quotes APA, but conversion therapy and restorative therapy are "serious health risks", such as depression, shame, suicidal ideation, drug abuse, and increased self-hatred, according to it there is a possibility.

"All Delaware people, including Delaware children, are proud to sign Senator 65 today as a law today, so they should be respected," Mr. Kearney said tweets on Monday . "In Delaware there is no reliable way like turning therapy."

We are particularly grateful to Rep. Heffernan and Senator McDowell who are leaders on this important issue and voted for the fact that all parliamentary members became reality. pic.twitter.com/vQi3Mj4bbK

Under the new law, Delaware will be the 14th state outside Washington DC, minors will be unable to accept controversial conventions. Other countries banning conversion for dealing with minors include New Jersey, Rhode Island, New Mexico, and Hawaii. While some media reported that Delaware is the 15th state, advocacy groups have found that certain laws prohibiting this practice despite the New York Governor restricting turnover therapy Has not yet been pointed out.

Debra Heffernan (D - Bellefonte), a member of the State Council, one of the sponsors of the bill, stated that:

Sarah McBride, a national spokesman for the human rights movement, praised the bill on Monday's statement.

"Today's signature is an important step to ensure that Delaware State is a safe and positive country for all LGBTQ young people.The value and progress embodied in this law are the students of LGBTQ I hope that it will lead to protection from discrimination, continuous dialogue, "she said

Mark Purpura, executive of Equality Delaware, added that this law is essential to protect LGBT Q minors under Delaware law.

"This bill sends an important message that we can not change or change the sexual orientation or gender identity of children, and we are not attempting to do so in the name of treatment," he says It was. "On the contrary, we should endeavor to understand and support the unique identity of each child to help children better prosper in schools, families, and communities."

Conversion therapy, also known as "repair" therapy or "gays" therapy, refers to the practice of "healing" LGBTQ identity. This method depends on prayer therapy, but usually accompanies violence and humiliation. This practice has been replaced by one of the nation's leading mental health organizations but still legal in 41 states and 20,000 LGBTQ young people between the ages of 13 and 17 can receive treatment by the age of 18 It is presumed. New study by UCLA law school, Williams University. Cut speaks to a 37-year-old educator, Deb Canyy, about the conversion therapy she experienced at the college sophomore.

The legality of conversion therapy is determined by the state of the United States. Currently, 13 states and the District of Columbia protect LGBT Q young people under the age of 18 by preventing conversion of licensed mental health experts (New York is not considered as one of them) . Provide treatment. Similar legislation is being considered in 20 other states. According to UCLA's report, if their state does not prohibit this practice, an additional 6,000 LGBTQ young people will be treated.