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What is the stage where expatriates may become dependent on someone from their own country who has lived in the new culture for a long time?
What is the stage where expatriates may become dependent on someone from their own country who has lived in the new culture for a long time?
What is a common behavior of expatriates during the initial stage of cultural shock?
What is a common behavior of expatriates during the initial stage of cultural shock?
What is the stage where expatriates eventually learn to deal with the differences and develop a positive attitude towards the new culture?
What is the stage where expatriates eventually learn to deal with the differences and develop a positive attitude towards the new culture?
What is the outcome of going through the cultural adaptation process?
What is the outcome of going through the cultural adaptation process?
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What is the last stage of cultural shock, experienced when expatriates return to their home country?
What is the last stage of cultural shock, experienced when expatriates return to their home country?
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What is the goal of researchers studying culture shock?
What is the goal of researchers studying culture shock?
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What is the primary focus of research on culture shock over the past thirty years?
What is the primary focus of research on culture shock over the past thirty years?
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What is a common characteristic of people during the Honeymoon stage of culture shock?
What is a common characteristic of people during the Honeymoon stage of culture shock?
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What happens to the little problems and frustrations during the Shock stage of culture shock?
What happens to the little problems and frustrations during the Shock stage of culture shock?
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Why is the first stage of culture shock called the Tourist stage?
Why is the first stage of culture shock called the Tourist stage?
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What is a common feeling experienced by people during the Shock stage of culture shock?
What is a common feeling experienced by people during the Shock stage of culture shock?
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What is a characteristic of culture shock that affects people to different degrees?
What is a characteristic of culture shock that affects people to different degrees?
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Study Notes
Culture Shock Stages
- The initial stage is the Honeymoon (or Tourist) stage, where everything is exciting and new, and the new culture is perceived as ideal or better than one's own.
- This stage can last from a few days to several months.
- During this stage, one quickly recovers from frustrations or problems, and the people in the new culture are seen as very nice.
The Shock Stage
- The second stage is the Shock Stage, where all the little problems and frustrations appear much bigger.
- One may feel worried that others want to rob or cheat them, and feel confused and lonely.
- In this stage, one may become dependent on someone from their own country who has lived in the new culture for a long time.
- Expatriates may find other expatriates and complain together about the new culture, making stereotypes of the people from that culture.
- One may miss their own country and culture a lot, and may even try to go home if possible.
The Adjustment Stage
- The third stage is the Adjustment Stage, where one learns to deal with the differences if they decide to stay.
- One may try to integrate the new culture with their own beliefs.
- Learning the language and making more friends are key aspects of this stage.
- One may have occasional crises, but develops a positive attitude towards the challenges.
The Acceptance or Acculturation Stage
- The fourth stage is the Acceptance or Acculturation Stage, where one can live with the new culture.
- Although it is difficult to be completely assimilated, one goes through important personal changes and growth as they become integrated into the new culture.
- One develops a bicultural identity.
Re-entry Shock
- The last stage is Re-entry Shock, which is the shock of coming back home.
- One may feel like a stranger in their own culture after returning from their time in another country.
- Nobody wants to relive those fascinating, cultural memories, leading to feelings of isolation.
Understanding Culture Shock
- Researchers aim to help people prepare for and adapt to new cultural environments by understanding culture shock.
- Culture shock is a normal process that most people experience.
- It's essential to give oneself time and remind oneself that it will not be permanent.
- Studying or living in a foreign country can be exciting, but also difficult, especially if the culture is very different from one's own.
- Research has shown that there is a predictable sequence of stages that people undergo during culture shock.
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Test your understanding of cultural adjustment and culture shock, a phenomenon experienced by people living or studying in a foreign country. Learn about the reactions and experiences of travelers, businesspeople, and international students during their first few months in a new country.
