Dyslexia
telling stories of friends and family
with diverse mental health conditions
a series of self-portraits
As media specialists, it is the responsibility of my colleagues and I to design ways of diminishing these stigmas. Despite the increasing awareness about mental health, there is still a lot of work to be done to achieve total inclusion.
Artists can play a vital role in opening this door.
ADHD
The Observant-Daydreamers
There is an emphasis on speed and stillness. We are quick on our feet sometimes, jumping from topic to topic or laid back daydreaming at others. The faces on the sides are observing and storing information, from a narrow-sighted perspective at times and a far-sighted one in others.
Seemingly distracted, the face in the middle is weaving these observations into creative ideas. A unique creative process is optimized in the right environment.
Notable superheroes: Bill Gates, Walt Disney, Richard Branson
Bipolar Disorder
The Spiritual-Realists
Moving in a trance steered by the holy trinity of emotions, the contradictory natures of being come at different times to serve different purposes. Some of their spiritual motivation and rationalistic perspectives can be utilized creatively.
As they are easily triggered and quick to face a problem, giving them thought-provoking issues will loosen up knots or widen perspectives at the office.
Notable superheroes: Ted Turner, Kay Redfield Jamison, Russell Brand
Schizophrenia
The Three-Brainers
In this alternate universe, there is more than one individual arguing. As the schizophrenic listens to their different perspectives, the superhero analyzes and occasionally gives his two cents. When frustrated, he asks them to stop the fighting and move on.
This photo is based on the experiences of someone close to me. This person has a unique source of intelligence, though I have yet to put a name to it.
Notable Superheroes: John Nash, Syd Barrett, Jack Kerouac
Depression
The Deep-Thinkers
These superheroes take time processing information, contrary to what others do who think fast. Both valid and valuable, yet the former isn't as appreciated as the latter in the digital sphere.
The same expression represents the passage of time, mentally consumed with a particular subject.
Notable superheroes: Pablo Picasso, Martin Luther King, Jr.
Thank you!
