Transitions Across Cultures (The Practical Interculturalist's Guidebooks)

Transitions Across Cultures, the first in the Practical Interculturalist’s Guidebook series, is an approachable explanation of what you can expect when crossing cultures. In this book, learn how to effectively navigate the stages of transition. Understand why you will experience culture shock and what to do about it. Identify healthy ways to deal with the stresses of crossing cultures. Prepare for returning home, whether you've been gone for a month or for years. Whether you are a first-time study-abroad student, a seasoned business traveler, or are relocating internationally, you will find this book to be very useful. Transitions Across Cultures also has advice for friends, families, and managers of those who are traveling. Includes a comprehensive glossary.