Culture shock? Beijing Foreign Studies University study unveils new insights into emotional intercultural adjustment
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Emotions play a critical role in international students’ intercultural adjustment processes. A critical review by a researcher from Beijing Foreign Studies University examines the evolution of research on this topic. Initially focused on the concept of “culture shock,” the field now explores the personal growth value and sociocultural complexities of emotions. The study emphasizes the importance of taking a more inclusive conceptual horizon of emotions in empowering international students and advancing intercultural education programs to promote global social transformation.
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