Primarkismyonlyoption Sat 10-Feb-18 23:19:03

I think that the main thing to consider is the context of the character. So many soaps today have the token disabled character, then the muslim family, black family, lesbian or gay. I think this is very false, even if a disabled person is in the role.

I think that there need to be leads for disabled kids to look up to. Not just a wheelchair user in the background, but someone who is a hero, overcoming barriers to achieve.

The mental health one is also textbook. They all have bipolar (I have it-it's hell. Hate how it's so popular, and used for anyone with a bit of a mood swing to justify their moods. It's more than that. It's nearly killed me. It is very disabling and I am insulted by some tv representations although EastEnders Stacey was fabulous.)

However, the theory of everything actor was outstanding and had an actor with the same condition been cast, the progression of the disease and how this was acted would be impossible. So yes I support your point but it is highly dependent on context.

For children, whilst Mr Tumble is fab, the representation of any kid with disability in other kids programmes is dire.