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METAMORPHOSIS
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METAMORPHOSIS PERCEPTION: SOCIETY’S DEVIANTS STIGMA CREATES A VICIOUS CYCLE THRIUMPH OVER DEPRESSION PERSONAL CLOSURE INSPIRATION FOR OTHERS STRENGTH FROM WEAKNESS MERITS IN ADVERSITIES CYCLE OF RECUPERATION TRANSFORMATION & RENEWAL
“Any transition serious enough to alter your definition of self will require not just small adjustments in your way of living and thinking but a full-on metamorphosis.” Martha Beck Sociologist & Writer
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CONTENTS WHAT IS MENTAL ILLNESS?
PRELIMINARY RESEARCH
CONTEXTUALIZATION
RESEARCH DEVELOPMENTS
MISCONCEPTION & STIGMA
TIMELINE
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Quick Stats
WHAT IS MENTAL ILLNESS?
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at a glance
(Noun) Any of various disorders in which a person’s thoughts, emotions, or behaviour are so abnormal as to cause suffering to himself, herself, or other people.
About half of mental disorders begin before the age of 14.
1 in 3 people experience psychiatric symptoms.
Depression is ranked as the leading cause of disability worldwide.
Suicide is the 8th leading cause of death in this century. 1 in 4 women have suffered depression.
On average about 800 000 people commit suicide every year.
Effective treatments exists for most mental health problems ranges from medication to psychotherapy, art therapy, etc.
1 in 20 people at any given time are depressed and anxious. Whitney, J. (2005). 50 signs of mental illness. London: Yale University Press.
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CONTEXTUALIZING MENTAL ILLNESS
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at a glance
Taking a closer look at Mental Illness in Singapore based on newspaper articles, journals and statistics.
Top three mental disorders in Singapore are Major Depression, Alcohol Abuse and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
1 in 16 people in Singapore have depression.
6.3% of the adult population in Singapore suffered from Major Depression at some point in their lifetime. 3.9% suffered Obsessive Compulsive Disorder at some point in their lives.
1 in 2 people with depression have a chronic disease.
About 3.5% of the population suffered from Alcohol Abuse at some time in their lives. Majority of those with mental disorders are not seeking help. 1 in 29 people in Singapore suffer from Alcohol Abuse.
National Healthcare Group. (2011, November 18). Latest study sheds light on the state of mental health in singapore. Retrieved from http://www.nhg.com.sg The Straits Times. (2012, May 3). Young & disturbed. Mind Your Body, pp. 12-13.
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EXPLORATORY RESEARCH: SURVEY
MISCONCEPTIONS & STIGMA
OF MENTAL HEALTH
Q1. Please find a sentence in the list below that best describes your experience with mental illness:
Survey conducted for 60 Singaporean participants from ages 15-52.
Q3. Please write down a word/term that comes to your mind when the topic of mental illness is brought up.
Q4. Do you think people with mental illness are capable of taking care of themselves independently?
33.3%
Top three words: 1. Crazy (15.0%) 2. Psycho (13.3%) 3. Mad (10.0%)
25.0%
11.6%
I have watched movies/ read books where a character(s) has mental illness.
Other answers included: Schizo, Depressed, Lunatic, Killer, Criminal, Mental, Isolated, Institution, Hospital, Sick, Antidepressants, Crime, etc.
16.6%
Yes No
I have seen strangers whom I think have mental illness on the streets.
I don’t know
I have no form of contact or prior experience with mental illness.
36.6%
I personally know someone with mental illness.
Q2. On a scale of 1-5 how comfortable are you in coming into contact with someone who has a mental illness?
20
(1 being the least and 5 being the most)
10
18.3%
Q5. Do you think people with mental illness have the potential to recover fully?
31.6% 26.6%
15
19.5%
No 13.3%
5 0
1 (Least)
28.0%
Yes
16.6%
16.6%
63.3%
2
3
4
5 (Most)
I don’t know
52.5%
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EXPLORATORY RESEARCH: INTERVIEW
MISCONCEPTIONS & STIGMA
OF MENTAL HEALTH
Primary Research Interview
Interviewee: Mr. James Chan - Counsellor, Bukit Batok Community Rehabilitation Centre
Many clients find it extremely difficult to integrate back to the society after their discharge from the Institute of Mental Health.
There are many prejudices about people with mental illnesses - most common one being that they are unfit to live in the society.
Art, especially tactile art, was especially useful in helping clients to express themselves. Sense of touch became a primary tool.
Many clients do recover fully from their mental disorders and their success stories serve as a source of inspiration for those who are still struggling with their own illnesses.
Author, 2012. [Photograph], Bukit Batok Community Rehabilitation Centre Facade.
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SYNTHESIS & ANALYSIS: THEMATIC NETWORK
Many do not seek treatment
Basic Themes
Ages of those affected by mental illnesses in Singapore getting younger Asian society tend to have more pride
“It’s the end.”
Increasing mental illness in Singapore
Many think that mental illnesses are terminal
A lack of radical and alternative therapy methods in Singapore “People with mental illness cannot take care of themselves.”
A lack of media coverage on the matter in Singapore
Organizing Themes
Most people do not actually come contact with mental illness
Not enough voices and displays of fortitude in Singapore
Most are not entirely comfortable
Local Context of mental illnesses Misconceptions & Stigma of mental illnesses
Global Themes A project about tenancity of mental illness shown through art
As a narrative & symbol
Manifestation of the mind in tangible ways
A display of fortitude
Motivation for project
A form of closure
Art as a communication platform
Personal encounter with mental disorders
Materiality such as art, music and dance therapy Fixated on a task at hand
Repetitive craft and works
A source of inspiration for others who are suffering An emphasis on the journey through the struggles The recovery from mental disorders
Obsessive treatment of materials The display of strength in weakness
Bella Martin & Bruce Hanington, 2012. Thematic Network from Universal Methods of Design.
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Many do not seek treatment
Basic Themes
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“It’s the end.” Many think that mental illnesses are terminal
“People with mental illness cannot take care of themselves.”
Organizing Themes
Most people do not actually come contact with mental illness Most are not entirely comfortable
Local Con Misconceptions & Stigma of mental illnesses
Bella Martin & Bruce Hanington, 2012. Thematic Network from Universal Methods of Design.
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As a narrative & symbol
Manifestation of the mind in tangible ways
Art as a communication platform
Materiality such as art, music and dance therapy Fixated on a task at hand
Repetitive craft and works Obsessive treatment of materials
Bella Martin & Bruce Hanington, 2012. Thematic Network from Universal Methods of Design.
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c Themes
Ages of those affected by mental illnesses in Singapore getting younger Asian society tend to have more pride Increasing mental illness in Singapore A lack of radical and alternative therapy methods in Singapore
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A lack of media coverage on the matter in Singapore Not enough voices and displays of fortitude in Singapore
Local Context of mental illnesses
s Bella Martin & Bruce Hanington, 2012. Thematic Network from Universal Methods of Design.
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A display of fortitude
Motivation for project
A form of closure
unication platform
Personal encounter with mental disorders A source of inspiration for others who are suffering An emphasis on the journey through the struggles The recovery from mental disorders The display of strength in weakness
Bella Martin & Bruce Hanington, 2012. Thematic Network from Universal Methods of Design.
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Local Context of mental illnesses Misconceptions & Stigma of mental illnesses
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Personal encounter wit
Bella Martin & Bruce Hanington, 2012. Thematic Network from Universal Methods of Design.
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VISUAL RESEARCH THROUGH MOOD BOARD
Macmurray, S. (2008). Gauze Bandage [Online image]. Retrieved September 7, 2012 from www.craftscouncil.org.uk/files/image
Shaw-Sutton, C. (2007). Studio View [Online image]. Retrieved September 7, 2012 from http://www.carolshawsutton.com
Sherwood, M. (2012) Cocoon [Online image]. Retrieved September 4, 2012 from www.fineartamerica.com
Rauschenberg, R. (1955) Bed [Online image]. Serino, N. (2012) Generating 12-2 [Online image]. Retrieved 2012 from www.scottzagar.com Retrieved September 5, 2012 from http://ww1.prweb.com
Morrison, M-A.(2012) Abacus [Online image].Retrieved September 21, 2012. from http://www.maryannemorrison.co.uk
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RESEARCH DEVELOPMENTS RESEARCH THROUGH DESIGN INKJET PRINTING ON CLOTH DIY method: Rough and smooth surfaces. Commercial inkjet printing cloth: Organza 5.5mm, Chiffon 8mm, Cotton Stateen, Artist Canvas.
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PARALLEL PROTYPING
COCOON SCULPTURES Variable factors: Colour of thread, Thickness of thread, Presence of water soluble stabilizer, Use of readymade cloth, Cloth dye.
OTHER TECHNIQUES Shredding of cloth, Creating cuts on cloth, Repetitive sewing on cloth, Sewing words on cloth, Sewing over faces on inkjet printed cloth.
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RESEARCH DEVELOPMENTS METHODS & POSSIBILITIES
OUTLINE & OVERVIEW
INSTALLATION
EXPLORATORY RESEARCH METHODS
VISUAL METAPHOR OF COCOONS
SURVEY (DONE) INTERVIEW (DONE) DIARY STUDIES (DONE)
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POSSIBILITY OF MULTI-SENSORY INSTALLATION FORMULATION OF THESIS & ABSTRACT
DIRECTED STORYTELLING (IN PROCESS)
RESEARCH THROUGH DESIGN METHODS PARALLEL PROTOTYPING
Simultaneously exploring multiple design opportunities.
PHOTO STUDIES
To study photos from various aspects of one’s life in order to gain insights.
Bella Martin & Bruce Hanington, 2012. Thematic Network from Universal Methods of Design.
PUBLICATION USE OF CLOTH PROTOTYPES DONE CONVERSATION WITH AUDIENCE
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SKETCHES OF BOOTH
PRODUCTION
UPDATE PORTFOLIO
LAYOUT
PUBLICATION
PRINT NAMECARDS
PRODUCTION
FINALIZE LAYOUT OF
ADDITIONAL MATERIAL
FINALIZE MEDIUM
BOOTH
(IF ANY)
METAMORPHOSIS
REFINED TIMELINE GOALS & OBJECTIVES
DEC NOV
FEB JAN
APR MAR
REVIEW OF WORK
PRODUCTION
FINISH ALL PRODUCTION
FINALIZE ON EXECUTION
PUBLICATION
FINISH PUBLICATION
MATERIAL SOURCING
FINALIZE LAYOUT OF
REVIEW MATERIALS
PRODUCTION BEGINS
BOOTH
(IF ANY)
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BIBLIOGRAPHY De Zegher, C., & Teicher, H. (2005). 3x abstraction: New methods of drawing. London: Yale University Press. Hedley, G. (2011). Drawn to stitch.. USA: Interweave Press LLC. Martin, B., & Hanington, B. (2012). Universal methods of design. USA: Rockport Publishers. Meech, S. (2009). Connecting art to stitch. London: Anova Books Company Ltd. Monem, N. (2008). Contemporary textiles. London: Black Dog Publishing. National Healthcare Group. (2011, November 18). Latest study sheds light on the state of mental health in singapore. Retrieved from http://www.nhg.com.sg Rubin, J. (2010). Introduction to art therapy. New York City: Taylor and Francis Group LLC. Schimmel, P., & Sutton, G. (2005). Ectstasy: In & about altered state . USA: MIT Books. Scott, J. (2010). Textiles perspectives in mixed-media sculpture. Wiltshire: The Crowood Press Ltd. The Straits Times. (2012, May 3). Young & disturbed. Mind Your Body, pp. 12-13. Whitney, J. (2005). 50 signs of mental illness. London: Yale University Press. Yap, P. (2010). Mind this voice: The write to recovery. Singapore: Institute of Mental Health.
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