Three key psychological pressures – and how to cope

A life in the arts makes you more likely to suffer from anxiety and depression but knowing the touchpoints is protective.
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Understanding the triggers of mental stresses can help prevent them (Photo from flickr)

Why creative people are more prone to depression is a matter of dispute. It is also an issue of tremendous interest to artists. In fact artHub’s coverage on why creative people are more prone to depression was the most popular article we have ever run.

But whether the cause is nature or nurture the good news is that life as a tortured artist is not inevitable. You may not be able to change your genetic heritage or the natural sensitivity that enhances your art at the cost of your comfort but you can adjust the situational factors that contribute to mood disorders.

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Leah Blankendaal
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Leah Blankendaal is a Perth writer.