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Doctoral students' well-being: a literature review
Manuela Schmidt1,2, Erika Hansson3
1a Faculty of Health Science , Kristianstad University , Kristianstad , Sweden.
Summary
Doctoral student well-being is crucial for academic productivity and a balanced life. This review proposes a student-centered approach to enhance PhD candidate well-being, benefiting both individuals and the academic community.
Area of Science:
- Higher Education Research
- Psychology
- Academic Well-being
Background:
- Doctoral student well-being significantly impacts academic careers and productivity.
- Effective well-being strategies during PhD studies are vital for higher education outcomes and personal balance.
Purpose of the Study:
- To critically assess the existing literature on doctoral student well-being.
- To propose a multidimensional view of doctoral student well-being based on a comprehensive literature review and SWOT analysis.
Main Methods:
- A systematic literature review of 17 studies on doctoral student well-being.
- SWOT analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) of the reviewed research.
Main Results:
- Identified theoretical models, concepts, and methodologies in doctoral well-being research.
- SWOT analysis revealed key strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats in current research.
Conclusions:
- A multidimensional perspective on doctoral student well-being is proposed.
- Advocates for a more student-centered approach to meet doctoral candidates' needs.
- Enhancing doctoral student well-being is essential for long-term academic productivity and improved well-being.
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