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| − | [http://www.conservapedia.com/Ex-homosexuals#Reparative_Therapy Empirical examination of the effectiveness of reparative therapy shows that it has | + | [http://www.conservapedia.com/Ex-homosexuals#Reparative_Therapy Empirical examination of the effectiveness of reparative therapy shows that it has limited success.] Accordingly, [[Peter LaBarbera]], the President of [[Americans for Truth]] which is a organization which counters the [[homosexual agenda]], stated the following regarding reparative therapy versus Christian ex-homosexuals who reported being transformed by the power of God: |
{{cquote|Another factor from my experience as a close observer of the “ex-gay” phenomenon is that many former homosexuals do not linger in “[[reparative therapy]]” programs, or participate in them at all. They attribute their dramatic and (relatively) rapid transformation to the power of God, and likely would not show up in a study of this kind. In fact, these “unstudied” overcomers would appear to be the most successful ex-homosexuals because they’ve moved on with their lives — as “reborn” Christians move on after overcoming any besetting sin.<ref>http://www.americansfortruth.com/news/landmark-study-change-for-homosexuals-is-possible.html</ref>}} | {{cquote|Another factor from my experience as a close observer of the “ex-gay” phenomenon is that many former homosexuals do not linger in “[[reparative therapy]]” programs, or participate in them at all. They attribute their dramatic and (relatively) rapid transformation to the power of God, and likely would not show up in a study of this kind. In fact, these “unstudied” overcomers would appear to be the most successful ex-homosexuals because they’ve moved on with their lives — as “reborn” Christians move on after overcoming any besetting sin.<ref>http://www.americansfortruth.com/news/landmark-study-change-for-homosexuals-is-possible.html</ref>}} | ||
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Reparative Therapy is therapy aimed at helping a homosexual lose their same-sex longings.
Joseph Nicolosi wrote:
- The fact that so many men continue to feel "dis-eased" by their homosexuality can be explained in one of two ways. Either society and the Judeo-Christian ethic have coerced these individuals into thinking they have a problem; or, the homosexual condition itself is inherently problematic. [1]
For those seeking to leave the homosexual lifestyle, Exodus International is one example of a Christian group that helps practicing homosexuals by giving them freedom from homosexuality through the power of Jesus Christ.[2]
Opposition and skepticism to reparative therapy
Empirical examination of the effectiveness of reparative therapy shows that it has limited success. Accordingly, Peter LaBarbera, the President of Americans for Truth which is a organization which counters the homosexual agenda, stated the following regarding reparative therapy versus Christian ex-homosexuals who reported being transformed by the power of God:
| “ | Another factor from my experience as a close observer of the “ex-gay” phenomenon is that many former homosexuals do not linger in “reparative therapy” programs, or participate in them at all. They attribute their dramatic and (relatively) rapid transformation to the power of God, and likely would not show up in a study of this kind. In fact, these “unstudied” overcomers would appear to be the most successful ex-homosexuals because they’ve moved on with their lives — as “reborn” Christians move on after overcoming any besetting sin.[3] | ” |
In regards to Peter LaBarbera's statement above regarding overcoming homosexuality, in 1980 a study was published in the American Journal of Psychiatry and eleven men participated in this study. The aforementioned study stated that eleven homosexual men became heterosexuals "without explicit treatment and/or long-term psychotherapy" through their participation in a Pentecostal church.[4]
Opponents of reparative therapy characterize it as the idea that homosexuality can be cured by prayer and reflection and claim that it is based on the idea that homosexuality is a choice.
Richard Cohen says in rebuttal, "No one chooses to have same-sex desires."
References
- ↑ http://www.narth.com/docs/repair.html
- ↑ http://exodus.to/content/view/736/0/
- ↑ http://www.americansfortruth.com/news/landmark-study-change-for-homosexuals-is-possible.html
- ↑ E.M. Pattison and M.L. Pattison, "'Ex-Gays': Religiously Mediated Change in Homosexuals," American Journal of Psychiatry, Vol. 137, pp. 1553-1562, 1980
