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The word "homosexual" claimed jurisdiction over bodies
A medical practice linked to Dr. [Name] caused harm for over a century, repeatedly renaming itself to evade bans. How did it persist?
The word "homosexual" claimed jurisdiction over bodies
This episode explores the history of conversion therapy, a practice that has taken many forms over more than a hundred years. It delves into how medical and governmental bodies enabled its continuation despite evidence of its ineffectiveness and the devastating impact it had on thousands of people.
Topic: Conversion therapy
Period: 19th to 21st Century
Key figure: Karl Maria Kertbeny
Study: American Medical…
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