By Katie Moore
The Topeka Capital-Journal 

Topeka woman finds art to be therapeutic for mental illness

 

November 4, 2016



TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Art has been an invaluable outlet in Laura Silverberg's fight against mental illness.

Jewelry making, painting and collaging have helped Silverberg become more patient and feel a sense of pride in her creations.

"I have grown by doing art," she said.

In 1987, Silverberg came to Topeka seeking treatment at the Menninger Clinic. Battling depression has led her to three court-committed stays at psychiatric facilities.

The Topeka Capital-Journal (http://bit.ly/2eY87Kb ) reports that at one point, Silverberg drove to Interstate 70 and planned to walk into oncoming traffic. Anoth...



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