Under Construction - MHWA Retreat

Check out this artist's depiction of mental illnesses.

Do you see yours represented? Is art like this an accurate depiction of mental illness?
Yes, Major Depressive Disorder was depicted and I think it's pretty accurate. I do feel like I'm stuck in the mud or in a hole in the ground and can't gain a good foothold to get out.


Do you think people with mental illnesses are more prone to creativity?
I do tend to think people with mental illnesses are more prone to creativity simply because of the places our minds go.


Can you think of any pros of your specific mental illness(es)?
I truly can't think of any pros to my specific mental illness. It's not fun and I and my family suffer from it. I totally have to make myself do the most simple things like taking a shower.