“…Many researchers have examined the doctoral studies process and its inherent challenges, looking for ways to improve students' experiences and retention rates, and have identified an abundance of pitfalls and obstacles to the completion of doctoral degrees (Byers et al, 2014(Byers et al, , 2015Gardner, 2009aGardner, , 2009bHunter & Devine, 2016;Lovitts, 2001;Myers, 1999;Park et al, 2021;Schlemper, 2011). Additionally, many researchers have examined the reasons that lead to doctoral student attrition, and they have identified common issues, including the lack of adequate social support systems, work conflict, time management, stress, anxiety, burnout, and depression (Gardner, 2009b;Hunter & Devine, 2016;Liu et al, 2019;Lovitts, 2001;Myers, 1999;Park et al, 2021;Schlemper, 2011;Waheed, 2021). Researchers also have identified methods by which students cope with the rigors of doctoral work (e.g., Ali & Kohun, 2006, 2007Cantu, 2022;Heiss, 1970;Lovitts, 2001;Spaulding & Rockinson-Szapkiw, 2012).…”