The European Commission has called on member states to ban conversion practices aimed at changing the sexual orientation or gender identity of LGBTQ+ individuals. In the Czech Republic, public debate on this issue is lacking. A sexologist described experiences from their practice, including cases where clients faced family pressure, harassment, and attempts to 'wash away demons' of homosexuality. One individual, Jaroslav Lorman, spent seven years undergoing exorcisms with a priest to try to suppress his gay identity. He later sought help at a crisis intervention center due to suicidal thoughts
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about conversion practices and their impact on LGBTQ+ individuals without overtly favoring any political perspective. It includes personal stories and mentions official positions from the European Commission and UN organizations, maintaining a balanced tone.
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