The Psychoanalytical Theory of Creativity - (Freud, Jung, Kirs, Rank, Adler, and Hammer) "the general argument is that people become creative in reaction to difficult circumstances or represent emotions" (Rzadkiewicz, 2009).
For more on Sigmund Freud click here.
The Mental Illness Theory of Creativity - (Briggs, Eisenman, Goodwin, Jamison, Richards, and Martindale) "some type of mental illness is actually necessary in order for people to be creative, even if that illness is exceptionally mild." Bipolar and manic-depressive syndrome are two mental illnesses specifically given as examples for this theory (Rzadkiewicz, 2009).
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Eysenck's Theory of Psychoticism - (Hans Eysenck) psychotic tendencies are "the foundation for creative personalities" (Rzadkiewicz, 2009). For more on Hans Eysenck click here.
The Addiction Theory of Creativity - (Lapp, Collins, Izzo, Norlander, Gustafson, & Wallas) Addition to drugs or alcohol can actually cause creativity (Rzadkiewicz, 2009). For additional opinions on this theory click here.
The Humanistic Theory of Creativity - (Maslow, Rogers, Fromm) this theory is based on Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and says that "humans have six basic needs that must be met for them to thrive and reach maximum potential" (Rzadkiewicz, 2009).
I think the theories that relate creativity to addictions and to psychotic tendencies are really interesting. There seems to be a fine line between lunatic and genious. It makes sense that those who experience disturbed thought processes can think outside of the box more easily than others.
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