I was delighted to see that ABC did a recent online article on "Reverse Culture Shock." Take a peek here:
http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/lifestyle/2010/07/social-networking-a-cure-for-reverse-culture-shock/#comment-1614835
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I was delighted to see that ABC did a recent online article on "Reverse Culture Shock." Take a peek here:
http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/lifestyle/2010/07/social-networking-a-cure-for-reverse-culture-shock/#comment-1614835
Reverse Culture Shock, or "re-entry", is a term associated with the phenomenon of returning to one's own country and culture. Very similar to culture shock, a person entering into their home environment will have to make adjustments to reacquaint themselves with their surroundings. Unlike culture shock, most do not anticipate feeling like a foreigner in their own home. However, it should be expected. If you have made any cultural adjustments while abroad, you will have to readjust once back home.
Experiencing reverse culture shock is extremely common and may include any to all of the following emotions:
(Taken from the following website: www.globalinksabroad.org)