How to deal with depression during PhD?

Oct 23th, 2022 Image credit: Unsplash. Dr Tushar Chauhan

Workload, pressure, failures, resultless time, economical instabilities and stereotyped daily routines are the major causes of depression during PhD.

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Understand PhD

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Meditation

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Exercise

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Take a break and enjoy

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Spend time in nature

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Meet people

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Drop drugs or alcohol

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Eat healthy

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Take a break

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Consult psychologist

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