"Tragic Loss: LGBTQ Teen Nex Benedict's Suicide Confirmed by Medical Examiner"

Nex Benedict, a 16-year-old nonbinary member of the 2SLGBTQ community, died by suicide one day after a physical altercation at Owasso High School in Oklahoma. The autopsy report confirmed the cause of death, sparking conversations about anti-LGBTQ bullying and violence. Benedict's family and advocacy groups are calling for action to address the bullying faced by LGBTQ youth in schools, while the Department of Education has opened an investigation into Owasso Public Schools. The tragic incident highlights the greater risk of poor mental health, bullying, and suicide among LGBTQ youth, prompting calls for supportive policies and practices in schools.