"Beyond Diagnosis"

Acrylic, 2019, Sumaty Priscila Hernandez-Farina

The chaotic swirls of color, the fragmented forms, and the haunting emptiness within the eyes of the central figure all speak to the profound impact of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

The artist has captured the inner world of someone grappling with the aftermath of trauma.

In contemplating this artwork, one cannot help but confront the limitations of the diagnostic term "PTSD." While the diagnosis is a crucial step in understanding and addressing the aftermath of trauma, it inherently fails to capture the full spectrum of an individual's lived experience.