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    Common mental disorders in visual artists in South Africa: occurrence of symptoms and associated factors
    (2024) Swart, A. T.
    Background: Studies have reported an association between mental illness and creativity. However, there are no studies of the prevalence of common mental disorders (depressive, anxiety and substance use disorders) in visual artists in low- and middle-income countries, including South Africa. Aim: To determine the occurrence of symptoms of common mental disorders (CMD) amongst visual artists in South Africa, to compare this with findings in the general population, and to explore associations with various demographic factors. Setting: Online survey completed by 231 members of VANSA (Visual Arts Network of South Africa). Methods: A cross-sectional observational study screening for the occurrence of symptoms of CMD using the SAMISS questionnaire. Results: A positive screen for a possible CMD was found in 87% and a positive screen for a possible substance use disorder in 64%. Gender (female) and monthly income (