Is there a link between mental illness and poetry, more so than other arts?
Blog Posted:5/26/2016 11:59:00 AM
Poets write for many reasons. However, historically poetry has been closely associated with mental illness. It is often thought of as a therapeutic way to address personal issues? Many famous poets have committed suicide. In your opinion, and from what you have observed, is there a link between mental illness and poetry, more so than other arts?