Earning a PhD is often seen as one of academia’s highest achievements. For many students, it is driven by passion, curiosity, and years of dedication to a field they deeply care about. But behind the prestige of doctoral programs lies a reality many graduate students quietly endure: exploitation, intimidation, and abuse.
Many people think Emotional Abuse leaves no scars. After all, there are no bruises to point to, no broken bones to mend. But the damage runs deeper than skin. Emotional Abuse slices into the very core of a person, eroding confidence, self-worth, and identity until only fragments remain.
Stress is something we all experience at some point in our lives. Short-term stress can even be beneficial. It can enhance your mental or physical performance or act as a protection mechanism. However, when stress becomes chronic, it can have a detrimental effect on our health and relationships.
