Malevolent creativity linked to depression in recent study.

New research published in the Journal of Creative Behavior suggests that individuals with subclinical depression symptoms are more likely to engage in malevolent creativity, which is defined as creative behaviors intended to hurt others or violate social norms. The study found a positive relationship between subclinical depression and malevolent creativity, with cognitive and motivational subdimensions of depression being factors for both men and women, while the emotional subdimension was only a factor for women. The findings suggest a circular relationship between malevolent creativity and depression, where one can contribute to the other. The study highlights the potential adverse outcomes of creativity and the need for therapeutic interventions.