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Homosexuality and the Church of Jesus Christ

A. Dean Byrd, Springville: Utah, Cedar Fort, 2001, 4.25x6.25" hardbound, 93 pages.

This little guide is the most comprehensive collection of statements by LDS leaders on the issue of same-sex attraction. The book is designed to help readers gain a thorough perspective on the subject. The author provides an overview of the scientific research that argues in favor of the compassionate position taken on this topic by the LDS Church. Understand homosexuality according to the teachings of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Review Excerpts:

"Dr. A. Dean Byrd's Homosexuality and The Church of Jesus Christ is a well written introduction to the position taken by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on the issue of same-sex attraction. Dr. Byrd utilizes statements from both ancient and modern prophets in providing a sound overview of the Church's doctrine and policy concerning homosexual behavior. Dr. Byrd also provides an overview of the scientific research that argues against biological determinism and in favor of the compassionate position taken by the Church. Homosexuality and the Church of Jesus Christ also offers the hope of change to those who struggle with same-sex attraction. Dr. Byrd's work makes an important contribution to helping people understand the issues and possible solutions to a difficult issue." --Daniel K. Judd Ph.D., BYU's Department of Ancient Scripture

"Dr. Byrd's careful compilation of statements by leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints helps those who seriously seek to know the Church's policies. He supplements this by examining candidly the strengths and weakness secular research. But, perhaps, the most useful benefit is that in one volume he has combined a discussion of methods proven to overcome homosexual behavior with messages of hope and compassion from Church leaders." --Dr. Victor Brown, Mental Health Professional

A. Dean Byrd, Ph.D., MBA, MPH is the President of Thrasher Research Fund, a pediatric research granting institution. He is a Clinical Professor in the School of Medicine at the University of Utah with appointments in the Department of Family and Preventive Medicine (where he teaches a core course in the Social Context of Medicine to graduate physicians) and the Department of Psychiatry. He also holds an adjunct appointment in the Department of Family Studies. He received his doctoral degree from Brigham Young University, a post-doctorate from Virginia Commonwealth University and Medical College of Virginia (Child and Family Psychology), a post-doctorate from Loyola University (Behavioral Medicine). He receive a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and a Master of Public Health (MPH) from the University of Utah. Dr. Byrd has had visiting professor appointments in Israel and Poland. He is a diplomate in Forensic Medicine.

Professional/research interests include gender/sexual disorders in children, adolescents and adults, men's issues, child/family health/mental health issues and behavioral medicine. Professional affiliations include the American Psychological Association, the American Orthopsychiatric Association (Fellow), the Utah Psychological Association (currently serving on the Governing Board), American Public Health Association, the American Board of Forensic Examiners and the Prescribing Psychologist Register. Dr. Byrd is the author of 4 books and more than 100 peer-reviewed journal articles, book chapters, reviews and opinion editorials.

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