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Why are journals still enforcing page/word limits? Reflect on the last time you bought a paper journal. Allow extended .pdfs in an era when people want to be explicit about their methods, analyses, and discussion.

@CCCAnimals @kaitrouillard @AcademicChatter @PostdocVoice It’s an automated email with no consequences. Associate editors barely have time to do their academic work, let alone check their journal emails to which many don’t get paid for.

Me: Waits months for reviewer comments Journal at 10:15 pm on a Friday: ACCEPTED AND PROOFS ARE DUE IN 48 HOURS OR ELSE @AcademicChatter @PostdocVoice

@AdamCSchembri I would have to decline. I recently wrote a College-wide notification on how predatory journals often lean on big-named academics with the promise of discounted publication fees, knowing that they will use their social standing to facilitate the submission of several articles.

Been invited by a senior well-respected academic in my field to contribute to an exciting special issue. But it's for an MPDI journal, and I'm concerned about the apparently predatory reputation of the journal and that this senior colleague may not be aware of this. What to do?

Hey #AcademicTwitter - what are your thoughts on this excellent address by Prof. Irene Tracey? ox.ac.uk/news/2023-01-1… It seems to be hitting home on the key areas that will be important for academics in 2023.

This is more common in funded positions, especially in the UK. But a healthy project should have a voice heard from all parties.

Take breaks and recharge. It's important to take breaks and recharge in order to maintain your productivity over the long term. Make time for activities that help you relax and recharge, such as exercise, hobbies, and socializing with friends and family.

@Kyle_Ireton Working from home conveys so many hidden values than just “being” at work. Productivity stems from less travel, fewer informal meetings, and overall less destructions. Networking and collaboration is still there.

@maddyleather Excellent news!

Omg I’ve filled all the spaces for my intervention. Thank you soooo much to everybody who shared 🥰 #phdgoals #phdchat #phd #phdlife #phdvoice #academicchatter #AcademicTwitter #thephdplace

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Summary Maintaining mental health during your PhD program is crucial for your success. Remember to set boundaries, take care of your physical health, seek support when needed, practice self-care, and find healthy ways to cope with stress.

Pursuing a PhD can be stressful. Here are FIVE tips for managing stress and maintaining your mental health during your program ⤵️ #AcademicChatter #PhDVoice

@tracyepton @maddyleather @Qualtrics Yeah they’ve had a lot of down time lately - may/may not be related to their new incoming pricing structure and the like.

Is anybody else having trouble accessing the “data and analysis” tab on @qualtrics ? I’m staring at blank screen after blank screen 😭😭😭😭 #qualtrics #academicchatter #AcademicTwitter #phdlife #phdchat #phdvoice #phdprobs

@UnknownPostdoc @PostdocVoice @OpenAcademics @AcademicChatter I would typically indicate that I’d be on leave during that time and give a time in the new year when you’ll be free to review. If they don’t want to wait for your comments, then that’s indicative of their supervision style (or lack thereof).

Prof sends an email on Dec. 22nd, asking all co-authors for comments on a manuscript draft till Jan 3rd. Most people here take this time off. What would you do, #AcademicTwitter? @OpenAcademics @AcademicChatter @PostdocVoice

We need to do more to support the mental health of those in academia. Let's create a culture of understanding and provide the resources needed for all members of the academic community to thrive.

Academics are under constant pressure to publish, teach, and compete for funding. It's important that we prioritize mental health and self-care in this demanding environment.