"Nex Benedict: Understanding the Tragic Youth Crisis and Nonbinary Suicide"

Nex Benedict, a nonbinary teenager, was found dead at home after being attacked by classmates at their Oklahoma high school due to their gender identity. The medical examiner's office ruled the death as suicide, but many, including President Biden, have expressed skepticism. Advocates and Benedict's family are questioning the findings and pushing for further investigation. The U.S. Department of Education's Office of Civil Rights is investigating the school district for potential violations of Title IX and Title II, aiming to address discrimination and bullying. The case has sparked calls for reforms to create more inclusive and respectful school environments.
- What happened to Nex Benedict? NPR
- Death from drugs Nex Benedict took 'very uncommon': experts Advocate.com
- Biden mourns nonbinary teen who 'just wanted to be accepted' Yahoo! Voices
- Nonbinary teen Nex Benedict died by suicide, medical examiner says The Associated Press
- Youth crisis calls in Oklahoma surge, according to Rainbow Youth Project USA KTUL
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