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“...Time does not heal, It makes a half-stitched scar That can be broken and again you feel Grief as total as in its first hour. -Elizabeth Jennings”

Quote by Kay Redfield Jamison

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Kay Redfield Jamison

Kay Redfield Jamison is an American psychologist known for her research on mood disorders, particularly bipolar disorder. Her work delves into the relationship between psychological illness and artistic creation, profoundly influencing public understanding of mental health issues. more

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