In this 65th episode of The Struggling Scientists podcast, Suzanne and Jayron delve into the hidden costs of pursuing a PhD. They asked their audience about the drawbacks that are not immediately apparent when starting a doctoral program. The responses flooded in, covering financial concerns, strained relationships, mental health struggles, work-life balance challenges, and missed personal milestones. From the surprise of not saving for retirement to the toll on friendships and the heartache of being away from family, this episode sheds light on the often overlooked hardships faced by PhD students. Tune in to gain valuable insights and make informed decisions about pursuing a PhD. If you have any questions, comments, suggestions, or papers we really need to read, you can reach out to us via our website: https://thestrugglingscientists.com/ Would you like to know more about becoming a guest on our podcast or sponsoring us? Then please check out the information on our website! Find your next funding opportunity now with https://thestrugglingscientists.com/Astound and use the code StrugglingScientist for 25% discount Check out the amazing writing assistant Jenni at https://thestrugglingscientists.com/Jenni and use the code SCIENCE20 for 20% discount Research faster and easier using Insight https://thestrugglingscientists.com/Insight