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News and Events => Science & Medical News => Topic started by: Hazumu on June 16, 2008, 12:36:45 PM

Title: Psychologists Reject Claim That Gay People Require Psychiatric Counselling, UK
Post by: Hazumu on June 16, 2008, 12:36:45 PM
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QuoteClinical psychologists and other health professionals recognise and value the full range of heterosexual, lesbian, gay and transgender sexual orientations. Clinical psychologists do not view these forms of sexual preferences as 'disorders' and do not see an individual's sexual orientations as something that can or should be changed. We know of no recognised or accredited forms of 'psychiatric counselling' that can help people 'turn round'.
Title: Re: Psychologists Reject Claim That Gay People Require Psychiatric Counselling,
Post by: tekla on June 16, 2008, 12:39:35 PM
Wow, the voice of reason.  How did that happen?
Title: Re: Psychologists Reject Claim That Gay People Require Psychiatric Counselling,
Post by: NicholeW. on June 16, 2008, 12:41:17 PM
QuoteDr Nicola Rooney, Chair of the Division of Clinical Psychology's Northern Ireland Branch said: "If there is a role for 'psychiatric counselling' in this area, perhaps it might be better used in helping people develop a more tolerant and well-informed view of their fellow citizens".

That sounds about right.

N~
Title: Re: Psychologists Reject Claim That Gay People Require Psychiatric Counselling, UK
Post by: cindianna_jones on June 16, 2008, 02:17:41 PM
I never thought that I'd live to see this.  It makes me want to cry.

Cindi
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