My daughter was diagnosed with autism and she is thriving she working been at her job for 3 year the doctor was absolutely correct in his analogy of the road trip I always told her she just learn different
This hit me hard. In 2007, my firstborn was diagnosed with Autism. I had no knowledge about it at the time. I remember Jenny McCartney said her son had it but that he was cured from it. Afterward, I did my research, and now I am aware of it. The reaction that Olivia had was so real. It truly is a journey. I'm living proof of that, but I wouldn't trade it for the world. She's very smart, sweet, and helpful. Just remember that there are resources out there that can help your child with ASD. You're not alone.❤
It's ok to be neuro diverse. I hope as this story line goes they move away from it being a tragic thing. I have multiple adult kids and minor children who are classified as on the spectrum. They are amazing people and not a cause for tears.
I had guessed this when Austin went to Ned. Being neuro diverse isn’t a bad thing. His life is just different in a way because he’s on the spectrum but it doesn’t have to be sad. The spectrum is huge and he could have a very “normal” life.
Uh... Liv has been a terror in this storyline. To the point where she was threatening to divorce Ned over this. She was willing to divorce Ned just to continue to ignore her son's health. Ned hung in there, unwavering in his support of Leo, and brought out the best in Liv.
I have two adult children with serious mental health issues. Yes, it sucks but with the love and support of family they are thriving! It's very difficult but manageable.
As someone who is on the spectrum and underwent a terrible ordeal as a kid regarding the type of therapy I was receiving, I hope they use this as an opportunity to promote neurodiversity as opposed to portraying autism as something that can be "cured".
Thank you for a storyline that is not mob based that is seriously written and that multiple people can relate to and that does not involve Sonny and Carly directly. No hate on those characters but great to have a real Quartermaine storyline for the first time in a long time.
having a ........... challenge does not mean tragic. I was born with 2 challenges and way before the term... specail needs was used. My life is not and never has been tragic. I have and I am blessed. It helps when you have parents or a parent who loves you second only to God
Why does this "break your heart"? Being on the autism spectrum isn't a bad thing and many people with autism go on to lead very successful lives. Don't listen to organizations such as Autism Speaks, which promote the idea that autism is a "disease" and that vaccines cause autism, because neither are true. I hope GH uses this storyline to promote neurodiversity.
This is really needed because this really happens in real life and some parents can not except diagnosis and want get the services that it needed for their child.
Remember Leo Does have a great relationship with Chase, his sister Brooklyn, his brother Dante, his parents, and his family. But he will get there to have relationships with other people you just have to give him a chance and it will take some time. And tell him it is ok to be different everyone is different in their unique way and make sure that he gets a lot of love.
I'm happy that they have a storyline about Leo's condition to have autism. Personally, I have autism spectrum and that is something that I have to live with for the rest of my life.
Many people don’t know anyone with ASD. All they’ve heard are the stereotypes so yes, they are distraught. But, for many, once they learn that not being neurotypical is not a tragedy, they become fierce advocates for their children. Of course, there will always be those parents who can’t or won’t accept their child’s diagnosis and continue to live in denial while refusing to ensure that their child receive the services and interventions to aid them in living their fullest life. Now that is a tragedy.
My daughter was diagnosed with autism and she is thriving she working been at her job for 3 year the doctor was absolutely correct in his analogy of the road trip I always told her she just learn different
Thank you General hospital for this story line. It helps us parents with children and adults on the spectrum. Get the word out.
This hit me hard. In 2007, my firstborn was diagnosed with Autism. I had no knowledge about it at the time. I remember Jenny McCartney said her son had it but that he was cured from it. Afterward, I did my research, and now I am aware of it. The reaction that Olivia had was so real. It truly is a journey. I'm living proof of that, but I wouldn't trade it for the world. She's very smart, sweet, and helpful. Just remember that there are resources out there that can help your child with ASD. You're not alone.❤
This changes things but that doesn't have to be in a negative way. I loved these scenes. I love Olivia and Ned.
It's ok to be neuro diverse. I hope as this story line goes they move away from it being a tragic thing. I have multiple adult kids and minor children who are classified as on the spectrum. They are amazing people and not a cause for tears.
A road trip with detours along the way.
Perfect way to explain.
I had guessed this when Austin went to Ned. Being neuro diverse isn’t a bad thing.
His life is just different in a way because he’s on the spectrum but it doesn’t have to be sad. The spectrum is huge and he could have a very “normal” life.
agree!
This breaks my heart, but they're doing this together. And Ned really has matured. Liv brings out the best in him.
Uh... Liv has been a terror in this storyline. To the point where she was threatening to divorce Ned over this. She was willing to divorce Ned just to continue to ignore her son's health. Ned hung in there, unwavering in his support of Leo, and brought out the best in Liv.
Why does it break your heart? Being on the autism spectrum isn't a bad thing. It just means your brain is wired differently than most people's.
@@andrewfutterman3346 Watching Liv react the way she did breaks my heart because we know how much she loves Leo
She was scared. She didn’t want to except the prognosis at the time. She had to get herself together mentally to except diagnosis.
I have two adult children with serious mental health issues. Yes, it sucks but with the love and support of family they are thriving! It's very difficult but manageable.
This is what I am talking about.. GH is hitting us with real life circumstances than who sleeping with who boring storylines.👏👏
Yeah the regular storyline was getting boring. They have in the past with HIV, Cancer, Drug and drinking addiction, cults, now ASD.
As someone who is on the spectrum and underwent a terrible ordeal as a kid regarding the type of therapy I was receiving, I hope they use this as an opportunity to promote neurodiversity as opposed to portraying autism as something that can be "cured".
Thank you for a storyline that is not mob based that is seriously written and that multiple people can relate to and that does not involve Sonny and Carly directly. No hate on those characters but great to have a real Quartermaine storyline for the first time in a long time.
Wow I was in a state of shock. This really breaks my heart and I hope and prayed that Ned and Olivia would help each other out for Leo
having a ........... challenge does not mean tragic. I was born with 2 challenges and way before the term... specail needs was used. My life is not and never has been tragic. I have and I am blessed. It helps when you have parents or a parent who loves you second only to God
Why does this "break your heart"? Being on the autism spectrum isn't a bad thing and many people with autism go on to lead very successful lives. Don't listen to organizations such as Autism Speaks, which promote the idea that autism is a "disease" and that vaccines cause autism, because neither are true. I hope GH uses this storyline to promote neurodiversity.
Have faith love understand
U both do fine.
I am 1 so I can tell U
He be anything he wants to be.
It will change their lives, but not necessarily for the worst
exactly
This is really needed because this really happens in real life and some parents can not except diagnosis and want get the services that it needed for their child.
This scene breaks my heart for Ned and Olivia 💔💔💔💔💔💔
Why? Being on the autism spectrum isn't a bad thing.
It’s not a death sentence, I’ve lived with it all my life.
Olivia pisses me off when she acts like its something horrible like ashamed
Remember Leo Does have a great relationship with Chase, his sister Brooklyn, his brother Dante, his parents, and his family. But he will get there to have relationships with other people you just have to give him a chance and it will take some time. And tell him it is ok to be different everyone is different in their unique way and make sure that he gets a lot of love.
This is such a good story line. It’s such a great education on autism.
Incredible acting. Spot on with how we feel when it is a confirmed diagnosis. Still can’t watch without crying #sutismiscool
This episode was in shock for me today.
As a mom of a fourteen-year-old son with autism the doctor in the scene was correct. My son is thriving . Amazing teenager❤
Hearing that diagnosis when my 8 year old daughter was 2 was very hard but i wouldnt change her for the world
Live seems to be shocked n I bet she's blaming herself...Leo will turn out well, just wait n see!
As the mom of a daughter on the spectrum I’m so glad GH did this storyline
Carly should not be so upset with Sonny he didn't know who he was but Sonny should have been honest with her
Ned and Olivia are doing the Right thing.about Leo
I'm happy that they have a storyline about Leo's condition to have autism. Personally, I have autism spectrum and that is something that I have to live with for the rest of my life.
Ned And Olivia I'm With You, Think Positive. I Know It's Going To Okay.
Geezzzzzzzz ...She acts like it's a terrible thing !!!! They all thrive in different ways.
Many people don’t know anyone with ASD. All they’ve heard are the stereotypes so yes, they are distraught. But, for many, once they learn that not being neurotypical is not a tragedy, they become fierce advocates for their children. Of course, there will always be those parents who can’t or won’t accept their child’s diagnosis and continue to live in denial while refusing to ensure that their child receive the services and interventions to aid them in living their fullest life. Now that is a tragedy.
I get what you mean I'm a person with low vision and am an adult I don't know any different.
He seems high on the spectrum