From Sciencedaily.com: Dopamine System in Highly Creative People Similar to That Seen in Schizophrenics, Study Finds
“High creative skills have been shown to be somewhat more common in people who have mental illness in the family. Creativity is also linked to a slightly higher risk of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Certain psychological traits, such as the ability to make unusual pr bizarre associations are also shared by schizophrenics and healthy, highly creative people. And now the correlation between creativity and mental health has scientific backing”
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2010/05/100518064610.htm
Wow, how lucky for creative people.
