This session will explore common challenges that can arise during a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) candidature and practical strategies for supporting candidates when progress stalls. Participants will learn indicators that a candidate may be experiencing difficulties, including academic, personal, supervisory, and wellbeing-related factors. The session will highlight the importance of early identification, compassionate communication, and collaborative intervention to help candidates regain momentum and confidence.
Dr Peta Stapleton is a registered clinical/health Psychologist and Professor in Psychology at Bond University who embraces evidence-based and innovative techniques. Peta is the current Chair of Graduate Research and is a world-leading researcher in Emotional Freedom Techniques (‘Tapping’). She has been awarded many achievements including the Harvey Baker Research Award for meticulous research (Association of Comprehensive Energy Psychology), and the 2019 Psychologist of the Year (Australian Allied Health Awards). In 2024 she was awarded the Distinguished Contribution to Psychological Science Award from the Australian Psychological Society. She has successfully supervised more than 14 PhD students to completion, 35 Masters students and 70 honours students.
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Date: Wednesday, 21 October 2026
Time: 12pm - 1pm
Location: Room 06_4_25