10 Problems a PhD student Faces

Nov 20, 2022

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Dr Tushar Chauhan

Every PhD student’s life is full of problems and obstacles, here are 10 common problems among all that every PhD scholar has to face.

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The biggest challenge for any PhD scholar is managing the balance between their work and personal life. Eventually, it results in chaos in life.

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Work/life balance

Research scholars always feel that they get less support from the university and other scientists. And that’s true. Be prepared to manage things by yourself.

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Lack of support

Another great issue with research scholars is time-management. They have to learn to manage their time for every task, every day for 3 to 4 years.

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Time-management

Students always complain that their supervisor, co-guide and other faculties are biased. And it’s true, it happens, be prepared for that.

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Bias environment

Yet another common problem with PhDs is the lack of funding. Be prepared for a funding crisis and to take a loan or borrow money.

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Funding issues

A crazy daily schedule and workload cause problems at a personal level. Find a balance between personal and professional life.

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Personal problems

In downs, overthinking about the future is a common problem that produces stress, anxiety and depression.

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Future concern

Conflict with your supervisor, if it occurs your PhD would become hell. Be gentle, obedient and an “always-agree” person.

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Conflict with supervisor

Female students face physical, mental and other types of harassment by their colleagues, supervisor or any university person during PhD.

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Harassment

Eventually, in the end, and with all these issues students face mental issues like depression, fear and stress.

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Mental issues

Be prepared for these, and find solutions from now to make your PhD journey stress and problem free.

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