My kid is suicidal

[River240]

Hi, so i need a parents advice. So i have a fourteen nearly fifteen year old child. These past few years have been really rough and my child tried to od a year back now. Since then things have gotten slightly better but they keep pushing the boundaries of being 'non-binary' she has said that she has been non-binary and pansexual since year 6. Only i dont understand it, when i was a kid you only had bi and gay. This is most likely a phase due to the suicial thoughts so she clings to something else, what should i do

Hi op, sorry to read this.
NB is one of the latest trends, it's possible it's just a phase your child is going through as she tries to navigate her way through her teen years.
Read up about NB, so you can support her and tell her you love her and that is doesn't matter to you what she identifies as.
I wonder if you posted this on the feminist board if you might get some more help. The women over there are very knowledgeable about these topics and I'm sure have children going through the same thing as you.

Talk to a healthcare professional as a matter of urgency.

It's increasingly common for teens to "identify" as non-binary or a different gender, but it is very often a symptom of a deeper discomfort or depression, and that needs addressing. Teens can feel like these new identity labels are the answer to their confusion, that it's the best fit they can find to how they're feeling inside.

A proper counsellor for adolescents should be able to work through what's going on underneath. Do be wary of any practitioners who discourage communication between you and your teen, though.