The Original Poster (OP) discovered that his wife intended to send their 16-year-old son, Noah, to a conversion camp because of his s*xual orientation.
This disagreement over a serious decision regarding their son's well-being escalated into a major conflict between the OP and his wife.
The OP had previously shown his wife materials detailing the harm caused by such camps, but she remained firm in her belief that their son needed to be "cured." After consulting an attorney, the OP informed his son of the potential divorce and his commitment to protecting him, which brought the son great relief but also deep sadness.
The OP then confronted his wife, who reacted with anger, using derogatory language and ultimately resorting to physical violence against both the OP and their son.
Faced with this extreme behavior and physical a*sault, the OP is now seeking a divorce and full custody. His central dilemma is how to swiftly and securely separate his family from his wife's harmful actions.

















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The OP is now facing the immediate fallout of a severe domestic incident where his wife physically a*saulted him and their son following the confrontation about the conversion camp.
The conflict has moved beyond ideological differences regarding acceptance of their son's ident*ty to encompa*s serious physical harm and potential criminal charges against the wife.
The OP's priority has shifted entirely to ensuring the safety and emotional recovery of his children.
The core question is how the OP should proceed legally and practically to safeguard his children from a parent who has demonstrated physical violence and extreme intolerance.
Should the OP focus solely on a swift divorce and custody agreement, or is involving Child Protective Services a necessary additional step to ensure long-term protection for both children?
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