I agree with you in part: I don't see a real connection between damaged structure, genetic capabilities or disabilities, and learned (creative) behaviour. Yes, there is overlap in some individuals, but they are not two sides of the same coin in general.

What I do think is common is 'compensatory' behaviour, where an individually perceived 'loss' or 'lack' produces behaviour intended to conceal or make irrelevant the perceived 'lack'. Many a comedian began making jokes to avoid school torment. Creativity can often be, simply, a survival mechanism ;-)


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