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General Hospital News And Spoilers: Maurice Benard Opens Up About How Sonny’s Current Storyline Effects His Own Personal Mental Health

Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard) is in the eye of the storm as the events in his life have lined up in such a way that has caused Sonny’s mental health to take a rapid decline.

General Hospital news reports remind GH fans that not only does Sonny Corinthos battle mental health issues such as bipolar dispersed, as does Sonny’s portrayer, Maurice Benard. Benard is very open about his mental health, raising awareness with his YouTube series, State of Mind.

Due to the nature of the current storyline which involves Sonny going through a manic episode. Maurice has been receiving a lot of tweets as fans are concerned for his mental health. They truly care and want to make sure that Benard’s work life isn’t taking a toll on his real life. General Hospital spoilers reveal Benard has addressed fan’s concerns surrounding his own personal mental health and how going to work, and playing out Sonny’s current story has an effect in his daily life.

General Hospital spoilers reveal, Maurice explained that although his acting as Sonny is particularly dark at this time, he assures fans of exactly that- it’s acting. He is ale to separate the role from real life, even when it hits this close to home.

Take a look at the video below as Maurice explains and gives fans a reason to rest easier now, knowing that Maurice is holding up very well through Sonny’s darkest hours. ❤️

General Hospital Spoilers: Josslyn Sits Down With Carly For Some Much Deserved Validation

Carly Corinthos (Laura Wright) thought her life was beginning some sort of miracle when her husband, Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard) returned from his presumed death. Nothing made the Corinthos family happier than getting back the man who glues them all together.

General Hospital spoilers reveal Carly’s happiness is a faded memory now that she has Sonny back but doesn’t really have him. She’s hurting deeply knowing that Sonny is mending a broken heart for another woman. Carly needs space and I rant about to sit around in her home with Sonny, watching him get over Nina Reeves (Cynthia Watros). Sonny isn’t giving her the space she needs. He isn’t thinking clearly, and has tried to turn the situation into Carly regarding her feelings for Jason Morgan (Steve Burton).

Carly is feeling like her feelings aren’t being validated. She feels that she needs to be justified in her decision to separate from Sonny, all while knowing she doesn’t need validation from anyone beside herself. However, it does help to have someone in your corner.

General Hospital previews show Carly has support from her daughter, Josslyn Jacks (Eden McCoy). She and Carly sit down and discuss the current Corinthos state of affairs. Josslyn reassures Carly that Sonny is in the wrong and even questions why she had to be the one to leave. Josslyn’s concern for her mom and acknowledgement of her pain is a step in the right direction for Carly to know that what she is feeling is going to need time.

Meanwhile, Sonny is losing grip now that his medication has ran out and worn off out of his system. General Hospital rumors suggest that Sonny is headed for a manic episode, and everything is intensified by the situation with Carly and Nina, and now Jennifer Smith has swept in to cause problems with the business. How will Sonny overcome all of this turmoil?

Carly has a lot to ponder these days. Thankfully she has people in her corner to help her through it.

General Hospital Spoilers: Sonny Falls Apart, Who Will Be There To Help Pick Up The Pieces?

Carly Corinthos (Laura Wright) already feels defeated in the war for Sonny’s (Maurice Benard) heart.

The sheer fact that he has been protecting Nina Reeves (Cynthia Watros) has Carly spinning. Not to mention the fact that Sonny isn’t over her, while Carly watches her husband mend a broken heart for another woman.

General Hospital spoilers reveal that Carly and Sonny’s bond is stronger than any random feelings he may have for Nina.

General Hospital rumors indicate that Carly knows when the love of her life is not acting like himself. He is headed die a breakdown, and either it will bring Carly closer to her husband or he will manage to have pushed her away in the process.

General Hospital previews show is sick of the battle and demands to know where she stands. Meanwhile, Sonny’s mental health is on a decline, as he struggles through his feelings.

Its inevitable that Sonny is headed to a dark place, but he won’t be able to get through without support from people who love him. Who will be there to pick up the pieces?

General Hospital Spoilers: Sonny Is Making Demands He Isn’t In The Position To Make

Curtis Ashford (Donnell Turner) would be considered an ally and friend to Port Charles mob boss, Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard). The two have mutually respected one another and never given each other a reason for bad blood.

General Hospital spoilers reveal Sonny is about to ruffle some feathers when he approaches Curtis at The Savoy, making a gutsy demand. Sonny’s behavior is being effected by the change in the dosing of his bipolar medication. He let the prescription run out and his chemical makeup is changing. Without his meds, Sonny is headed for a manic episode.

General Hospital rumors imply that Jennifer Smith’s arrival in Port Charles has much to do with Sonny’s impulse to make demands to Curtis. With so many things against him, Sonny is about to face the fight of his life at such a vulnerable time.

General Hospital News And Spoilers: Maurice Benard Gives A Look Inside His Daughter’s Adoption Journey

Maurice Benard has been bringing light and love to the topic of mental health. Benard’s YouTube series, State of Mind, has touched on various topics and life events that would mold and shape one’s mental health. The coolest part is, many times Maurice will allow us into his personal life and background as he opened up about life itself.

In a recent episode of State of Mind, Maurice interviews his own daughter, Heather. Heather is Maurice and Paula Benard’s adoptive daughter. She was adopted in 2008 when she was 15 years old.

General Hospital news reports reveal Maurice and Heather tell an emotional story of their adoption journey. In the video it is revealed that Heather is actually Paula’s sister, making Maurice her brother-in-law. Years before Heather and Paula’s mom died, Heather was struggling while living in her home environment. It was also revealed that Heather and Paula’s mother was a prostitute and abused drugs and alcohol. Heather opened up about what it was like growing up in such an environment. She admitted that a lot of the trauma has been blocked, making it harder to recall the times she was around drugs as a child. She recalled being left alone a lot, and due to her nature, she believes it was the better option over being surrounded by toxic adults. She was able to use that alone for reflection and healing.

Maurice and Heather’s touching story is discussed as the father-daughter duo sits down to open up about their experience, hopefully connecting with viewers and simply bringing light to the topic of adoption.

General Hospital Spoilers: Nina’s List Of Enemies Is Growing While A Friend Gives Her A Warning

It’s becomes more difficult to make friends as we get older, and the ones we do have, have already made up their minds about us. In Nina’s (Cynthia Watros) case, she’s showing her true colors and friends are hard to come by.

General Hospital spoilers reveal that Carly Corinthos (Laura Wright) and Michael Corinthos (Chad Duell), aren’t her only problems. Nina caused a lot of damage with her decision making back in Nixon Falls. One in particular doesn’t have to do with Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard). It was her actions toward Peter August (Wes Ramsey) that have her in hot water now.

General Hospital previews indicate that Britt Westbourne (Kelly Thiebaud) gives Nina a warning about Peter. Britt knows what her brother is capable of, and he’s closer now than before. He’s right there in Port Charles with Maxie Jones (Kirsten Storms) and baby Louise right under his nose.

General Hospital rumors suggest that Peter will strike at any moment, leaving the ones who have crossed him in serious danger. Nina tried to have Peter killed by Britt’s mom, Liesl Obrecht (Kathleen Gati). Now Peter is back for revenge.

General Hospital Spoilers: Jennifer Smith Plays Major Role In Sonny’s Darkest Hours

Tension in the mob world of Port Charles is heating up just as Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard) is at his most vulnerable state.

General Hospital spoilers revealed Luke Spencer’s (Tony Geary) memorial would bring surprises. Helena Cassadine (Constance Towers) made her appearance from beyond the grave, but who showed up next sip set the state for future trouble in PC.

General Hospital previews indicate that Laura Spencer (Genie Francis) is struggling to figure out why, big time mobster, Frank Smith’s daughter, Jennifer Smith (Holly Gagnier) shower up after all these years.

General Hospital spoilers and rumors hint that Jennifer shows up at the worst time, when Sonny is most vulnerable. Sonny is distracted by his love triangle with Carly Corinthos (Laura Wright) and Nina Reeves (Cynthia Watros). Sonny’s mental health is declining since he let his prescription run out.

General Hospital rumors claim that Jennifer’s main focus will be on taking over territory to avenge her late father, Frank. That focus will point straight to Sonny Corinthos, kicking him while he’s down. GH rumors suggest that Sonny is headed toward his darkest hours as everything falls apart around him.

General Hospital Spoilers: Sonny Goes To Extremes To Prove His Love, His Efforts Backfire

Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard) has slowing yet steadily been going through recent behavioral changes due to letting his prescription run out without renewal.

Sonny is going through a lot right now and it’s important his head is in the right place. With bipolar disorder, don’t depose say on his medications to keep his moods more regular. Without, it’s going to be the start of a downward spiral.

General Hospital spoilers reveal Sonny’s actions toward his situation with Carly Corinthos (Laura Wright) and Nina Reeves (Cynthia Watros) are being influenced by his decline in mental health. Sonny seems desperate for Carly to come home, but his intentions to reconcile are coming from the wrong place. He isn’t thinking rationally, giving Carly the space she needs. He’s being pushy and aggressive with General Hospital rumors hint it could blow up in his face.

General Hospital previews indicate that Sonny’s approach pushes Carly away, driving them even further apart.

General Hospital News: Maurice Benard Serenades Wife Paula, Her Reaction Is Hilarious

Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard) is so bogged down with stress from all the danger and drama that he hasn’t cracked a joke since he was calling himself “Mike” in Nixon Falls.

Fortunately, Sonny’s portrayer Maurice has much brighter days. General Hospital news reports reveal that Benard has shared a video via Instagram story, which involves a behind-the-scenes look into his personal life, specifically his relationship with his wife, Paula.

In the video above, Maurice serenades Paula in the car while she looks as though she can’t believe her eyes and ears, while secretly loving every minute of it!

General Hospital News And Spoilers: ESPN and GH’s Stephen A. Smith Suffers Near Death Experience

In the last two years, the world as we know it has changed so much. One aspect being the way we take care of ourselves. Every since the pandemic, the world is taking more precautions to stay healthy.

General Hospital news reports reveal Stephen A. Smith thought he was taking extra precautions, caring for himself by receiving the Covid vaccine.

General Hospital spoilers reveal Stephen later came down with Covid after having been vaccinated. Smith credits the vaccine for keeping him alive. His symptoms were severe enough to land himself in the hospital. Stephen spend New Years battling Covid. He described his experience by stating, “I had 103 degree fever every night. Woke up with chills and a pool of sweat. Headaches were massive. Coughing profusely. And it got to a point where right before New Year’s Eve, I was in the hospital into New Year’s Day. That’s how I brought in the New Year.” he also added, “Had I not been vaccinated, I wouldn’t be here.”

Thankfully he is now negative and has resumed his regular activities which includes the set of General Hospital, working alongside Maurice Benard and Laura Wright (Sonny and Carly)