Creativity and schizophrenia: a literature review of the problem
 
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Kyiv Institute of Modern Psychology and Psychotherapy
 
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Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv
 
These authors had equal contribution to this work
 
 
Submission date: 2024-06-17
 
 
Final revision date: 2024-12-16
 
 
Acceptance date: 2025-04-06
 
 
Publication date: 2025-10-22
 
 
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Oleksandra Balashevych   

Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv
 
 
Arch Psych Psych 2025;27(3)
 
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Aim of the Study: This study aims to examine the correlation between creativity and schizophrenia through a comprehensive review of contemporary research, focusing on the unique aspects of creative expressions in individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia. Subject or Material and Methods: The study encompasses a literature review conducted across multiple databases, including PubMed, Web of Science, Google Scholar, and Scopus. The search strategy involved specific keywords related to creativity and schizophrenia, identifying two main categories: "Creativity and schizophrenia" and "Creative products of schizophrenia patients," with relevant subcategories. Literature that did not investigate these subcategories or had more up-to-date analogues was excluded. Results: The findings indicate that schizophrenia affects various cognitive processes crucial for creativity, such as working memory, cognitive flexibility, mental processes, and executive functions. Generally, schizophrenia results in diminished creative abilities compared to other mental disorders. However, the symptoms can have a dual impact on creative thinking, either enhancing or impeding it based on their severity and influence on cognitive processes. Art created by individuals with schizophrenia displays distinct features, including deviations in values, reduced complexity, and unique color choices. Conclusions: This literature review highlights the complex relationship between schizophrenia and creativity. While schizophrenia generally impairs creative abilities, its impact on creativity is multifaceted and merits further exploration to enhance treatment approaches for patients with mental disorders. The study suggests that creativity can play a significant role in the therapeutic process, improving overall well-being and providing deeper insights into the cognitive and emotional experiences of individuals with schizophrenia.
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