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So-called "conversion therapy" encompasses a wide range of efforts to change a person’s sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Research has shown that individuals subjected to conversion therapy experience higher rates of depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and suicidal thoughts. Harm can be particularly acute for LGBTQ+ youth, who are disproportionately targeted by these practices. The resources included on this page are intended to inform both counselors and the general public about the potential harms and mental health consequences of these unethical practices.