Everything is fantastic because you are overseas? Take a reality
check!!!!Examine your expectations:* What did you expect?* Was this
reasonable?
Culture shock Cultural shock:is a normal reaction when we are
confronted with unfamiliar surroundings and environment
Symptoms of Culture Shock
BoredomHomesicknessWithdrawalExcessive SleepCompulsive
eating/drinkingIrritabilityFrustration with new ways of doing
things
The Process of Adjustment Source: AusAID
SolutionsCoping with Culture Shock:
The first step in coping with culture shock is just knowing WHAT
IT IS?
During your stay in Queensland, remember to look for any signs
and take it seriously.
But remember it is a NORMAL reaction to life in a new
country.
More SolutionsThere are other ways in which you can cope:
Get to know the host culture and your host familyDont expect
everything to be perfectHave an open mindTalk about it with staff
at school or your host family ParticipateKeep in touchKeep mentally
and physically fit
