Navigating the Dissertation Journey: Psychological Insights Into Motivation and Persistence

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Author(s): Christina Poor (State University of New York at Cobleskill, USA), Whitney Taylor (University of the Cumberlands, USA)and Michalina Hendon (University of the Cumberlands, USA)
Copyright: 2026
Pages: 36
Source title: The Dissertation Research Guide for the Doctoral Scholar
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Robin Throne (University of the Cumberlands, USA)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-6684-4905-9.ch005

Keywords: Information Science Reference / Library & Information Science / Research Methods

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The dissertation process is a challenging journey requiring motivation and self-regulation to complete and succeed. Candidates often encounter psychological challenges during the dissertation process that impact their persistence and completion. Understanding the challenges associated with the dissertation process from a psychological perspective can give insight into understanding motivation and persistence. This chapter explores the dissertation process and the role of motivation through a focus on cognition, emotion, and behavior. The exploration of motivation is rooted in psychological theories, including self-determination theory (Deci & Ryan, 2000), expectancy-value theory (Eccles & Wigfield, 2002), goal-setting theory (Locke & Latham, 1990), and self-efficacy theory (Bandura, 1997). This chapter also offers practical applications for strategies that candidates, supervisors, and institutions can leverage to navigate and mitigate challenges throughout the dissertation process.

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