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This is a dolphin drawn along with a Bible verse. I love Philippians 4:13 because it encourages me to have faith the size of a mustard seed. I can tell this mountain that I am climbing to move, and it

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I have PTSD and bipolar. I lived in 21 different foster homes. I started learning how to read at 60 because I am dyslexic. I had medication that induced Parkinson’s disease. Now, I help teach kids on the weekends, and

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Jesus’s Cross

Jesus’s Cross

I was diagnosed with pervasive developmental disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. I have struggled with outbursts of anger. I have maintained recovery and independence by attending day treatment and maintaining my medications. I am a self-taught artist. I began

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My Cross to Bear

My Cross to Bear

I also encountered many obstacles associated with my illness. I have struggled with symptoms since being diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia. I have overcome these obstacles by using coping skills, taking my medications, and attending day treatment. I taught myself how

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SpongeBob

SpongeBob

I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, and I have struggled with anger and other symptoms of my illness. I would get mad easily, but I have learned through recovery to walk away. I learned about art, drawing, and painting in

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I am from Guatemala. I have schizoaffective disorder and am receiving treatment for my disorder. I enjoy drawing, listening to music, and working out. I enjoy the friends I have made during this part of my life. A.F. Untitled NFS

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When I draw, my mind explores different aspects of the world, and I reflect on everything that I have gone through in my life. Drawing also eases my mind from negative influences, keeps me occupied, and expands my skills as

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My name is Jwuanta, and I am praying to God that he will turn my attitude around. I am glad I found Jesus Christ and he came into my life. The reason I picked this picture is because Jesus Christ

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Obscure

Obscure

I have encountered many obstacles in life, including my mental illness diagnosis. I have been in the mental health system since 1982. I am a self-taught artist. I really enjoy art, and it helps to take my mind off of

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Mary’s Love House

Mary’s Love House

I was diagnosed with schizophrenia when I was a young girl.  I have experienced many symptoms because of my illness.  I enjoy art because it gives me a hobby to focus on. I also enjoy art because it helps me cope with

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