Nail has a blind date with Naeem who, she's been is considered a true genius by the faculty in the art department. Now she's having second thoughts, because she's always heard that geniuses are a little of their rocker. Does have reason to be concerned?
Correct answer: C. Perhaps. There is evidence of a correlation between major creative achievement and vulneerability to mood disorders.
- A. Yes. It's been well documented that the stress of creative achievement often leads to schizophrenic symptoms.
- B. No. Extensive research on creativity and psychological disorders shows no evidence for any connection.
- C. Perhaps. There is evidence of a correlation between major creative achievement and vulneerability to mood disorders.
- D. Of course not. the stereotype of the genius who's mentally ill is purely a product of the jealousy of untalented people.Educational Resources
Explanation
Research suggests that exceptional creative achievement can be associated with vulnerability to mood disorders, but this is a correlation rather than a certainty. Creativity is not generally evidence of schizophrenia or mental illness.
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