"Boy Erased" is a memoir by Garrard Conley that recounts his experiences as a gay man raised in a conservative Christian environment. The book details his journey of self-discovery and the challenges he faced when his parents discovered his sexuality. In response to his coming out, Conley's parents enrolled him in a controversial conversion therapy program. The memoir explores the emotional and psychological impact of this experience, highlighting the struggles of LGBTQ+ individuals in similar situations and the broader societal issues surrounding conversion therapy and acceptance.