S23·E1 Cured
Synopsis
When doctors classified homosexuality as a mental illness to be “cured,” they employed cruel treatments like electroshock and lobotomies. LGBTQ+ activists and their allies fought back — and won a momentous victory when the American Psychiatric Association removed homosexuality from its manual of mental disorders in 1973.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 23 Episode 1 of Independent Lens air?
Season 23, Episode 1 ('Cured') originally aired on October 11, 2021.
How long is Season 23 Episode 1 ('Cured')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 60 minutes.
What happens in Independent Lens Season 23 Episode 1?
When doctors classified homosexuality as a mental illness to be “cured,” they employed cruel treatments like electroshock and lobotomies. LGBTQ+ activists and their allies fought back — and won a momentous victory when the American Psychiatric Association removed homosexuality from its manual of men...
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