The US Supreme Court has rejected an important ban on conversion therapy. Colorado had sought to prohibit these controversial treatments.

The ruling came with an overwhelming majority: eight judges against one. This is a major setback for LGBTQ+ organisations fighting conversion therapy for years.

Conversion therapy is a practice where therapists attempt to change someone's sexual orientation or gender identity. Medical organisations consider this harmful and ineffective.

The ruling could have significant consequences for LGBTQ+ legislation across America. Many states wanted to ban conversion therapy, especially for minors unable to refuse.

LGBTQ+ groups warn that this decision harms their rights. Medical associations express disappointment and call for new policies.

The Supreme Court rejected Colorado's ban for constitutional reasons, not medical arguments. This potentially opens the door for further lawsuits.