Financial stress and debt in clinical psychology doctoral students.
Erica SzkodySteven HobaicaSarah OwensJennifer BolandJason J WashburnDeborah J BellPublished in: Journal of clinical psychology (2022)
Many clinical psychology doctoral students experience financial stress and are often unable to afford basic educational, personal living, and health care expenses, likely worsening mental health. Academic programs and leadership are encouraged to increase student stipends, improve financial transparency, provide access to health care, and alleviate financial stress and debt.