Creativity
There has long been noted a link between bipolar disorder (manic depression) and increased creativity. Found here are articles and resources highlighting this connection and the creative work of those with this disorder.
Creativity without Sociability
From the “I’m Bipolar” series, the writer's mood is stabilized to her satisfaction - but nobody else's. She also notes how her creativity has improved.
From the “I’m Bipolar” series, the writer's mood is stabilized to her satisfaction - but nobody else's. She also notes how her creativity has improved.
He Spoke the Truth
Michael Judge with the Wall Street Journal shares his thoughts and impressions regarding author Frank Conroy's stand against romanticizing mental illness and it's link to creativity. Conroy shares, "The artist creates despite these conditions, not because of them."
Michael Judge with the Wall Street Journal shares his thoughts and impressions regarding author Frank Conroy's stand against romanticizing mental illness and it's link to creativity. Conroy shares, "The artist creates despite these conditions, not because of them."