The Writer’s Mind: Personality & Creativity
🧠 Creativity is a Trait – Creative writers often share personality traits like openness, intuition, and emotional sensitivity.
🤔 The Dark Side of Genius – Many writers struggle with mood disorders, reinforcing the link between creativity and mental health.
🎭 The Role of Imagination – Writers tap into deep emotional and cognitive processes to bring stories to life.
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The Psychology of Creative Writing by Scott Barry Kaufman and James C. Kaufman explores the cognitive, emotional, and social aspects of writing. It examines the personalities of writers, the creative process, writer’s block, mental health, and how creativity can be nurtured. The book offers insights for writers, educators, and psychologists alike.
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