Explore how psychotic experiences, far from being merely pathological, may serve evolutionary purposes and offer unique benefits in creativity, meaning-making, and social connection.
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Instead of seeing psychosis as just an illness to eliminate, we could view it as a normal human capacity that sometimes becomes problematic—a natural defense mechanism that, with the right support, can lead to profound personal growth and enhanced creativity.
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