Hi, all! I run a mental health site for teens, and I am currently in need of submissions. I hope to start a little 'chapter' of my project on devianART. Mental illness touches the lives of almost everyone, whether it be through a family member, friend, or firsthand experience. Many of you have probably dealt with ADHD, OCD, GAD, panic disorder, social phobia, depression, bipolar disorder, or an eating disorder.

There has always been a little wive's tale about the mentally ill being unusually creative. In a way, this assumption makes sense, as we experience extreme emotions which, in turn, influence our art. My project is all about showcasing our talents and sharing our experiences.

If you are a teen who has dealt with mental illness, please consider submitting your work for this project. Submissions can be in the form of prose, poetry, traditional artwork, photography, graphic artwork, digital manipulations, mixed media montages, etc.

To submit your work, please reply to the post, send me a note with the link, visit my website at http://www.stepoutofthesilence.org, or e-mail me at admin@stepoutofthesilence.org

Thank you for your interest! Use your creativity to make a difference!