Reverse Culture Shock(Re-entry Shock)

The often unexpected and difficult period of disorientation and readjustment experienced after returning to one’s own culture after an extended period of living abroad. 

Most people anticipate some degree of culture shock.  Very few people believe they will experience reverse culture shock.

◆ Culture Shock and Reverse Culture Shock are not just unpleasant side effects of international living. ◆ They are the necessary ingredients that bring about quality exchanges. 

Keys to Surviving Cultural Adjustment

1) Participation is the key

2) Establish new support systems–expatriates侨民, locals

3) Take care of yourself -physically and mentally 

4) Learn the host country language

5) Relax your grip on home culture

6) Stay in touch back home

7) Blend your own cultural traditions with the new

8) Keep a journal

9) Maintain your sense of humor

10) Have faith in yourself

11) Experiment, expand, explore