Psychology

Nationwide assessment of the mental health of UK Doctoral Researchers

C. M. Hazell, J. E. Niven, et al.

This study by Cassie M. Hazell and colleagues investigates the pressing issue of mental health among Doctoral Researchers (DRs). It reveals alarming levels of anxiety and depression among DRs compared to educated working controls, challenging the normalization of poor mental health in the PhD journey. The findings urge universities and funders to re-evaluate support for DRs' wellbeing.

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