stages of acculturation
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As experienced by my real life China adventure.TRANSCRIPT
Stages of Acculturation
Euphoria
Excitement, enthusiasm, and optimism for everything in host culture.
Culture Shock
Negativity ranging from irritability to hostility, anxiety to panic. Similar to the stages of grief.
Gradual recovery of equilibrium and objectivity. Acknowledgment of positive and negative aspects of both
cultures. Identity crisis.
Anomie
Assimilation or Adaption
Acceptance of new culture. Recovery of self-confidence and identity.