Reflections on Creativity and Madness

Arnold M. Ludwig, M.D.Authors Info & Affiliations

Publication: American Journal of Psychotherapy

Volume 43, Number 1

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1989.43.1.4

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The author reflects on the long-assumed relationship between creativity and madness. He comes to the conclusion that, while not a prerequisite, a touch of madness could enhance creativity. He attempts to define creativity and breaks it down into the basic elements of creative person, creative process, and creative product. He touches on the influence of a particular culture on the emergence of creative works.

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American Journal of Psychotherapy

Volume 43 • Number 1 • 1989, pp. 1–154

Pages: 4 - 14

PubMed: 2648869

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Published in print: 1989, pp. 1–154

Published online: 30 April 2018

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Arnold M. Ludwig, M.D.^†

Lexington, KY

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Based on the Atwood Lecture, delivered at Salve Regina College, Newport, Rhode Island, October 20, 1988.

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Evalyn A. Edwards Professor, Department of Psychiatry, A. B. Chandler Medical Center, University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky 40536.

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