Abuse Quote by Dallin H. Oaks
“There are abusive practices that have been used in connection with various mental attitudes or feelings. Over-medication in respect to depression is an example that comes to mind. The aversive therapies that have been used in connection with same-sex attraction have contained some serious abuses that have been recognized over time within the professions.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, April 1995
Therapeutic practices can be abusive, especially when targeting mental states or sexual orientation, leading to harm.
In simple terms: Some therapies cause abuse and harm.
Key Takeaway
Advocate ethical, evidence‑based mental health care.
Themes
ethics
mental health
abuse
Mood
concerned
hopeful
Type
ethical
social.
When to use this quote
- clinical practice
- policy reform
- patient advocacy
- education programs
Key Concepts
Medical ethics
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we protect vulnerable patients?
- What alternatives replace harmful therapies?
A Different Perspective
Changing entrenched practices can be slow.
