Multiple recent studies have concluded that conversion therapy harms the mental health of those subjected to it, but a report published Monday is the first to quantify the economic cost of the discredited practice.
Efforts to change LGBTQ people’s sexual orientation and gender identities cost the U.S. an estimated $9.23 billion each year, according to a peer-reviewed study in the journal JAMA Pediatrics. Casey Pick, a senior fellow for advocacy and government affairs for The Trevor Project, which conducted the research in partnership with the multinational clinical trial organization Cytel, said the estimate is “conservative. Read More...
Knoebels Amusement Resort invites past and present United States Military members to enjoy a free ride pass this Saturday, May 20.
On this day, park guests can visit with reps from military branches to learn about career and service opportunities. Thanks to Northumberland County’s Veterans Affairs department, this year’s event will also include organizations that support veterans, and local veteran Don Rouse as guest speaker.Armed Forces Day was established in 1949 by President Harry S. Read More...
Many people live with disabilities that are often considered invisible — ones that, unless somebody said they had them, no one would know.
This includes conditions like diabetes, vision or hearing problems, and chronic pain. There are also things like autoimmune diseases, developmental conditions — like autism spectrum disorder — and mental health issues, including anxiety and depression.
There's not an exact measurement of how many people are included in this group, as it can depend on how one defines a disability. Read More...