Hi, I'm new to the forum. I just starting to prepare my dissertation prospectus after passing my qualifying exams. The problem is that I am unable to move forward with anything. I feel like I fluked my exams, I am an embarrassment to my advisor, a fraud, my research is of no value, the list goes on. I know that ABDs go through a difficult period but mine seems to signal the end of the road for me. I really want to get my PhD but I can't get over this feeling that I am a failiure. Since completing my exams I have spent my time staring at my computer screen and stuffing myself with all sorts of comfort foods. Anyone who even remotely identifies with these feelings??