APA Cancels Controversial Ex-Gay Syposium, Depriving Pseudo-Scientist of Forum

A controversial symposium that was supposed to look at the relationship between religion and homosexuality has been canceled.

The symposium, put together by some American Psychiatric Association members, caused consternation among some psychiatrists and gays, who argued that holding a dialogue with hostile figures would legitimize homophobic views. The forum was titled “Homosexuality and Therapy: the Religious Dimension” and was supposed to take place Monday in Washington.

Warren Throckmorton, a counselor known for helping patients in efforts to alter homosexual behavior, was slated to speak at the event. The Grove City, Pa.,-based counselor said he was disappointed that the forum was no longer scheduled. More of ‘Ex-gay’ symposium canceled @ Washington Blade