It has been known previously that creativity and mental illness have the tendency to link to one another, but the article specifically analyses the links between BPD (borderline personality disorder) and creativity. Because genetics factors are connected to mental illness, including personality disorders, heritability is considered in the study.
Bipolar personality disorder is a mental health condition classified as intense, unstable behaviors that become most prevalent in early adulthood. The condition is centered around intense feelings of anger and impulsiveness, as well as having intense fears of abandonment. Various forms of therapy and medication may be used to treat the condition.
The results of the study are described as follows: creativity and borderline personality disorder were each influenced by genetic factors (heritability = 0.45 for BPD and 0.67 for creativity) and that the traits are genetically correlated rG = 0.17. These results indicate strong genetic influences, and environmental influences’ contribute less to the creative demonstration associated with borderline personality disorder.
Other Article: Borderline personality disorder - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
I have met a few people who struggle with bipolar disorder, and I have not seen too much creativity from them. Having said this, bipolar is very different for everyone who has the mental illness. I agree that those who may cope with it in a better manner are more creative and possibly those who do not struggle more. This could also vary on the intensity of the illness. I am curious of what struck your interest in this topic if you feel willing to share.
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