Apathy Quote by Anthony Storr

Writers, especially poets, are particularly prone to madness. There exists a striking association between creativity and manic depression. Why are more creative people prone…

— Nick Flynn

Creative people are more prone to depression.

— Adam Ant

Creativity, not normality, has become the paradigm of mental health.

— Stephen Mitchell

Mental illness and creativity are - it's a thin line in between the two. I tend to believe that.

— Bruce Springsteen

“Creativity is closely associated with bipolar disorder. This condition is unique . Many famous historical figures and artists have had this. Yet they have…

— Preeti Shenoy

Some of the brightest, most creative minds have been touched by mental illness.

— Mauro Ranallo

Creativity not committed to public purpose is merely therapy or ego satisfaction.

— Ernest A Jones

Creativity of all kinds focuses your mind, engages your imagination, and feeds your soul. Being creative can also facilitate understanding and encourage healing. Creativity…

— Sue Thoele

A lot of people who are depressed, I think, are suffering from blocked creativity.

— Patrick Califia

“There’s a link between creativity and mental illness,” Lucas continues. “Creative people feel more, think more. They’re more sensitive. Most people try to skim…

— Kyla Stone

You can have manic depression without having an ounce of creativity

— Patty Duke

creative people always suffer from depression because we're so super sensitive and special?

— Elizabeth Gilbert