Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jun 28, 2025

Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy Hyperscanning Study in Psychological Counseling
Published on: January 17, 2025
A systematic review and a comprehensive approach to PhD students' wellbeing
Inmaculada Martínez-García1,2, Hans De Witte3,4, Jesús García-Martínez1
1Departamento de Personalidad, Evaluación y Tratamiento Psicológicos, Universidad de Sevilla, Seville, Spain.
Doctoral studies significantly impact PhD student wellbeing. This systematic review synthesizes literature on PhD student wellbeing and related variables, proposing an integrative model for future research.
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- Psychology
- Education
Background:
- Doctoral studies present unique challenges impacting PhD student wellbeing.
- Existing literature offers fragmented insights into wellbeing factors for doctoral candidates.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review the literature on PhD student wellbeing.
- To identify key variables influencing wellbeing in doctoral candidates.
- To develop an integrative model for future research and enhanced student support.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature review adhering to Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines.
- Searched Web of Science and SCOPUS databases for studies up to 2021.
- Analyzed 38 relevant studies.
Main Results:
- Identified the current state and characteristics of research on PhD student wellbeing.
- Detailed how wellbeing is defined and the variables involved in the literature.
- Highlighted study limitations and outlined future research perspectives.
Conclusions:
- An integrative model is proposed, synthesizing identified variables to guide future research.
- The model aims to enhance the quality of life for doctoral students.
- Further research is needed to refine understanding and interventions for PhD student wellbeing.
More Related Videos
06:50Systematic Assessment of Well-Being in Mice for Procedures Using General Anesthesia
Published on: March 20, 2018
12:22Mindfulness in Motion MIM: An Onsite Mindfulness Based Intervention MBI for Chronically High Stress Work Environments to Increase Resiliency and Work Engagement
Published on: July 1, 2015
Related Concept Videos
Traits, Mood, and Subjective Wellbeing
Neuroticism and...
Stress Prevention and Stress Management Techniques VI
Motivation and Self-Determination
Motivation, the driving force behind behavior, plays a pivotal role at every stage of the change process. The research...
Psychology as a Science
The scientific method in psychology involves six critical steps: making observations, formulating hypotheses, conducting tests, analyzing...
Self-Evaluation: Self-Enhancement and Self-Verification
Stress Prevention and Stress Management Techniques I
Conscientiousness
Conscientious individuals tend to be organized, responsible, and disciplined. They prioritize completing tasks and following structured routines,...
Theoretical Approaches to Psychological Disorder
Biological approach
The biological approach posits that internal, organic factors are the primary causes of such disorders. This perspective emphasizes brain structure and function, genetic predispositions, and neurotransmitter imbalances. For example, schizophrenia has been associated with both genetic...