The "thesis neurosis" has begun: the student abandons the thesis, returns to it, feels unfulfilled, loses focus, and uses his thesis as an alibi to avoid other challenges in his life that he is too cowardly to address. This student will never graduate.
The concept of "thesis neurosis," as described by Umberto Eco, highlights a common struggle faced by students during their academic journey. This syndrome involves the student becoming disengaged from their thesis work, oscillating between starting and abandoning it. This pattern leads to a sense of dissatisfaction and distraction, as the individual grapples with their inability to commit fully to the project while simultaneously dodging other life challenges that they are not prepared to confront.
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