What to do when PhD is becoming hell due to non|cooperation from ...

What to do when PhD is becoming hell due to non-cooperation from ...

I am three years into the program and have a nearly completed thesis. Without his comments on my chapters, I fear that I will end up with a lower grade.

What exactly makes a PhD so difficult / depressing? : r/GradSchool

This, too, can lead to a great deal of stress. You usually will be working on more things than you can realistically juggle; I'm technically ...

What should one do if their PhD supervisor becomes very toxic and ...

“Toxic” is a very strong word. If you can substantiate it with specific actions, you could take your case to your Dean. A hearing would be ...

Loss of Identity: Surviving Post-PhD Depression by Amy Gaeta

Do this as much as possible. Find a place where you can express these emotions without judgment or forced positivity. No matter what anyone says ...

(Humanities) PhD horror stories | Ask MetaFilter

You should discuss the answers to these questions with other people who have Ph.Ds and do not have any vested interest in convincing you to join ...

The PhD is no doubt the most challenging degree I've ever done ...

Not unless you decide to stop using your degree and take a job that isn't about academics or research in your discipline (e.g. instructor). When ...

So how hard exactly is grad student's life? - PhD in Economics

That got a little tiring, but it certainly wasn't "hell". Second year courses are much more relaxed. There can be a lot of work due at the ...

My life has been made a living hell by people who are a disgrace to ...

... due to lack of no. of words. 11 years ago. M · metabanalysis 110 posts 11 years ago. That's awful. Did your wife get her PhD? 11 years ago. T.

Thinking of doing a PhD? Prepare to go through hell

Something you hope for when embarking on a PhD is to be part of a community of scholars passionate about the life of the intellect. Sharing your ...

Hello, I'm looking for advice. So I was PhD student for 4 years, I ...

Do not give away your results! Maybe find another PHD position where you can finish your dissertation. on Mon.

What Does Every Anthropology PhD Student Need?

I entered my doctoral program hell bent on becoming a successful tenure-track anthropology professor. A little way in I realized that this dream meant.

When are you too old for a PhD? - Chris Blattman

If you like the subject, it's going to be a living hell. If ... What are the chances of getting funding to do a PhD after 50? Will a ...

If you get a PhD, make it an economics PhD | The Week

An econ PhD at even a middle-ranked school leads, with near-absolute certainty, to a well-paying job in an economics-related field. I believe the University of ...

Why academic writing sucks (and how we can fix it)

Why don't we teach PhD students to write best selling non-fiction as well as journal papers? Imagine graduating, and instead of just writing ...

After the PhD: Where to go if you don't want to be a professor

Before you think 'hell yeah that sounds awesome' I mean political parties. These run the gamut from being very research oriented to being ...

I'm nearing the end of my PhD/postdoc … What the hell am I ...

You may be interested in non-biology jobs at uni. 3. There is a ... Thanks Corey, wonder if I can still do a post-doc!! LikeLike. Reply.

Some Issues With Job Committees Requiring a 'PhD in Hand'

Thanks for your comments, it's good to know others share my disdain for these sorts of practices and that you clearly see what I am getting at.

Too Old for History Phd? - The GradCafe Forums

Many will prioritize students who are of an age where they can begin a career, since that's the purpose of doctoral training.

The Pain of Pursuing a PhD as a Young-Old Adult by Elizabeth Harris

... due to being in academic age limbo and you have one paralysed PhD student. Which makes it hard to get any work done. Life. I'm lucky enough ...

A PhD: do you volunteer as tribute? - Improbable Press

By Dr Matthew Yap Potential Hell Discovered Probably Highly Depressed Pounds Head on Desk Permanent Head Damage These are some of my ...