Remarkable lives: Clare Campbell in conversation with Jerome Carson

Campbell, Clare; Carson, Jerome

doi:10.1108/mhsi-12-2015-0044

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“…Creativity might be one way to keep mental illness at bay (Bohm, 1998) or as a way to recover (Kaufman, 2018). A confirmation was articulated by Clare Campbell (Campbell and Carson, 2016) when she was asked about the connection between mental health and creativity and answered that, "Expression is the opposite of depression. "…”

Section: The Brain As a ''Dipole''mentioning

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“…When it comes to art, for example, creativity should bring forward something new to push the very boundaries of art further (Isrow, 2017), but concerning the usefulness, an answer is less obvious (Schubert, 2021). However, on one hand and “at a more personal level, creativity is often seen as a sign of mental health and emotional well-being” (Simonton, 2000), but on the other hand, creativity could also be a tool for recovery during or after mental illness (Anthony, 1993; Campbell and Carson, 2016; Carson and Hurst, 2021). We have so far learnt something about what creativity is or rather what it could be, but what then is it not?…”

Section: Art For Art’s Sakementioning

confidence: 99%

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Mental health, art and creativity: re-discover the child within

Niklasson¹

2022

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Purpose The purpose of this paper was to investigate, using a “dipole model” of the brain as the foundation, if there could be a common denominator between the different concepts of mental health, art and creativity. Design/methodology/approach After a discussion of the three concepts of mental health, art and creativity, respectively, they were elaborated and compared in contrast to Bergström’s “dipole model” of the brain with the aim to look for a common denominator. Findings The findings tentatively suggest that playfulness over the lifespan might be a common denominator for the gaining and keeping of mental health. Research limitations/implications The author presents his personal perspective on these topics. There are many contrasting ways to view them. Practical implications A recognition of the importance of lifelong playing might contribute to improved mental health. Social implications Allowing a more playful behaviour through the lifespan could have a healthy impact for a society. Originality/value This conceptual paper might possibly add to the present literature through its emphasis on the importance of lifelong playfulness, which is suggested to be added within the frames of the concepts of mental health, art and creativity.

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Section: Art For Art’s Sakementioning

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Mental health, art and creativity: re-discover the child within

Niklasson¹

2022

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“…Other themes, such as the role of motherhood and the importance of education for the recovery journey, were also identified and discussed. Building on this work, the present study aimed to analyse the 16 "non-student" RL accounts (Aldred and Carson, 2014;Aldred and Carson, 2013;Baker-Brown and Carson, 2013;Bullimore and Carson, 2012;Campbell and Carson, 2015;Chadwick et al, 2009;Hunt and Carson, 2017;Leibrich and Carson, 2012;McManus et al, 2009;Muir et al, 2010;Mullen and Carson, 2018;Robinson and Carson, 2018;Sen et al, 2009;Voyce and Carson, 2013;Ward et al, 2010;Waring and Carson, 2016). All the individual authors of these RNs can be considered mental health activists by virtue of having contributed to the discourse with their stories.…”

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Remarkable recoveries: an interpretation of recovery narratives using the CHIME model

Hurst

Carson

Shahama

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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to review the 16 published non-student Recovery Heroes and Remarkable Lives accounts published in Mental Health and Social Inclusion, using the connection, hope, identity, meaning and empowerment (CHIME) framework. Design/methodology/approach All 16 accounts were rated independently by four researchers and evaluated in terms of whether each account met the five criteria for the CHIME model. Findings All accounts met the criteria for the CHIME model, with the exception of one, which still met four of the five criteria. Evidence was presented which suggests that the model can be extended to creativity, connectedness, hope, identity, meaning and empowerment (C-CHIME), to incorporate creativity. Research limitations/implications While a certain level of subjectivity is required in deciding how each account meets the CHIME criteria, there were high levels of inter-rater reliability within the research team. Creativity had a central place in all the accounts. Practical implications The revised C-CHIME model can be used by practitioners to examine accounts of recovery in a more focussed manner and may also help in devising recovery action plans. Social implications The recovery model privileges both professional and lived experience perspectives on recovery. The current review highlights how much we can benefit from the wisdom contained in first person accounts. Originality/value This review adds to the existing literature and highlights the importance of creativity for mental health recovery.

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“…Hurst et al (2022) have highlighted the importance of creativity in rebuilding lives after mental illness. Art and writing are both products of creativity (Campbell and Carson, 2016). A common denominator between mental health, art and creativity can be playfulness (Niklasson, 2022).…”

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Humour and mental health: a case study of Arthur Asa Berger

Berger

Gonot-Schoupinsky

2022

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Purpose This paper aims to elicit insight on how humour may support mental health from Arthur Asa Berger, Professor Emeritus at San Francisco State University, author of more than 150 articles and 90 books, many on humour and humorous artist. Design/methodology/approach This case study, followed by a 10-question interview, intentionally embraces visual autobiography to present Arthur’s creative humorous contributions. Findings Arthur conveys the importance of humour, not so much from joke-telling, which can be problematic, but in fun conversations, witty remarks and puns. We learn of his 45 humour techniques, and ways to apply humour in teaching, writing and drawing for therapeutic benefit. Research limitations/implications This is a personal narrative, albeit from someone who has been academically and personally involved with humour for over 60 years. Practical implications Evidence of the benefits of humour for mental health is mounting. Appreciating and harnessing humour, including with the 45 humour techniques, whenever you can, is recommended. Social implications Humour supports relationship building and social inclusion. Social humour is best when it amuses others, offers positive insights into social relationships and is life affirming to both the humourist and their audience. Originality/value To the best of the authors’ knowledge, Arthur was the first to publish a PhD dissertation on a comic strip and has been at the vanguard of humour application in teaching, academic writing, drawing, popular comedy and humorous murder mysteries for decades. Arthur will be 90 years old in 2023.

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Remarkable lives: Clare Campbell in conversation with Jerome Carson

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Mental health, art and creativity: re-discover the child within

Mental health, art and creativity: re-discover the child within

Remarkable recoveries: an interpretation of recovery narratives using the CHIME model

Humour and mental health: a case study of Arthur Asa Berger

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