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Psychic bisexuality and creativity.

Fausta Ferraro1

  • 1ferrarof@unina.it

The International Journal of Psycho-Analysis
|February 3, 2004
PubMed
Summary
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This study explores psychic bisexuality and its connection to creativity. Alterations in psychic bisexuality, particularly imbalances in masculine or feminine elements, can impede creative capacities, as shown in clinical cases.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Psychoanalysis

Background:

  • This article builds upon prior research examining bisexuality in psychopathology.
  • It specifically investigates the relationship between psychic bisexuality and creativity.

Observation:

  • The study clarifies psychic bisexuality in relation to gender identity.
  • It defines psychic bisexuality through two key concepts: the self's relation to masculine/feminine elements and parental identification.

Findings:

  • A hypothesis is proposed linking blocks in creativity to alterations in psychic bisexuality.
  • Two clinical cases illustrate how imbalances in psychic bisexuality impede creative potential.
  • Case studies highlight deficiencies in masculine or feminine elements as specific impediments.

Implications:

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  • Understanding psychic bisexuality is crucial for addressing creative blocks.
  • Therapeutic interventions may benefit from addressing imbalances in psychic bisexuality.
  • This research offers insights into the psychological underpinnings of creativity.