Researchers facing ‘shocking’ levels of stress, survey reveals
by Ian Sample Science editor from Science | The Guardian on (#4XXZW)
Nearly two thirds of those who took part had witnessed bullying or harassment
Overwhelming work pressure, discrimination, and widespread bullying and harassment are contributing to "shocking" levels of stress and mental health problems among scientists, according to a major survey into research culture.
Nearly two thirds of scientists who took part had witnessed bullying or harassment, with many believing it had become "culturally systemic" in science. Among those who identified as disabled, the problem was even worse, with nearly three quarters having witnessed such behaviour.
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