Silence That Hides Storms
Rashmi Patil
Artwork for ‘Tension‘ (Issue 23)
The Science
Suppressing emotions can cause both mental and physical tension. This tension further releases the stress hormones cortisol and adrenaline resulting in anxiety, depression and even dementia. The build-up of internal pressure is sometimes spontaneously released through yelling, crying, aggressive action, towards others, or self-harm. Measures to cope up with this type of tension include practicing self-awareness, identifying the triggers, and seeking professional help.
Here is a link to further information about how tension effects the body: https://www.apa.org/topics/stress/body
The Medium
This artwork was created with Brusto coloured pencils on A3 160 GSM. It was inspired by seeing a man with expressive eyes full of emotion, but where the viewer doesn’t know why; it might be financial struggle, family issues, peer pressure, or simply being introverted. The man’s tension was therefore palpably unsettling, but mysterious.
The Artist
Dr. Rashmi Patil is a neuroscientist from India and a Global Art in Medicine Fellow with a Ph.D. in Pharmacology. Alongside her research expertise, she nurtures a deep passion for the arts. This blend of science and creativity enables her to connect both fields in impactful and innovative ways.
Copyright statement. This work is published under the CC BY-NC-SA license