Write a story that depicts the protagonist being haunted by a horrifying creature that represents their mental illness.
Representation of something deeply personal like a mental disorder into a tangible, horrific entity symbolises the very real fear the character experiences in their mind. The creature could be a metaphor for anxiety, depression, PTSD, etc. This allows writers to thoughtfully explore internal mental struggles in a supernatural context, blurring the lines between reality and horror.
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