Rethinking Doctoral Supervision: Addressing Diversity and Mental Health Challenges

The chapter explores the challenges faced in doctoral programs related to diversity and mental health, emphasizing the detrimental effects of the deficit model in education. It highlights the high attrition rates among female and minority students, calling for a reevaluation of institutional supervisory strategies to reduce student dropouts. The discussion advocates for a shift towards a more inclusive and student-centered approach in doctoral supervision, promoting personalized instruction and building on students' strengths.