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Supreme Court to weigh key conversion therapy case: What’s at stake for minors

WASHINGTON – The Supreme Court on Oct. 7 will debate whether Colorado’s ban on “conversion therapy” for gay or transgender minors violates the free speech rights of a licensed counselor. The counselor ... Read More

Political Reactions Grow Over Biden’s Mental Health Debate

The debate turned controversial as Biden’s mental fitness became a major talking point. This video breaks down the statements and reactions from key political figures. Read More

The future of LGBTQ+ conversion therapy may depend on this Supreme Court case. What to know

WASHINGTON − Growing up in a conservative and religious family in Arizona, Matt R. Salmon was desperate not to be gay. He prayed, fasted, read scripture and pleaded with God to change him. “Even at ... Read More

Supreme Court skeptical of 'conversion therapy' law banning treatment of minors with gender identity issues

The Supreme Court on Tuesday appeared ready to strike down Colorado's ban on mental health professionals providing so-called "conversion therapy" to minors with gender identity or sexual orientation ... Read More

Mental health distress among the nation's LGBTQ+ youth is increasing, study finds

Mental health distress among LGBTQ+ youth in the United States has been increasing amid a surge in anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, but strong support networks and access to health care were shown to ease ... Read More

Supreme Court weighs ban on 'conversion therapy' against counselors' free speech

Half the states restrict efforts to change a person's identity in treatment. COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. -- Conversion therapy, or the attempt to change a patient’s sexual orientation or gender identity ... Read More

Some VA therapists and patients say their treatment sessions are being limited, raising alarm

EDITOR’S NOTE: This story involves discussion about veteran mental health issues that some readers may find upsetting. If you feel you are in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the 24-hour Suicide ... Read More

Pa. Attorney General Sunday launches expanded mental health diversion program

Attorney General Dave Sunday on Monday announced that his office will launch a pilot program to aid people with mental illness who commit minor crimes by connecting them with treatment without fear of ... Read More

Democrats Play the Hits on Health Care. But Fewer People Are Listening.

The basic political conflict in America has changed to something very different than the one putting health care to the fore. By Nate Cohn It wasn’t that long ago when health care was one of the most ... Read More