In this episode ofThe Mad Genius Thesis Podcast, we explorePoets on Prozac by Richard M. Berlin, a compelling collection of essays that examine the intersection of mental illness, psychiatric treatment, and poetic creativity. Through personal accounts, poets reflect on how SSRIs like Prozac, therapy, and alternative treatments have influenced their writing, self-perception, and artistic identity. We discuss depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and the myths surrounding creativity and mental illness, questioning whether treatment dulls artistic brilliance or helps sustain it. Join us as we uncover the complex relationship between poetry, mental health, and the evolving nature of creative expression.

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