Culture Shock and Its Effects on Academic Resilience in the Indian Population

Abstract

Culture shock refers to disorientation when encountering a new culture with different customs and values. Adapting to a new stressor may create additional challenges, like a new education system and communication styles. Due to this, the academic resilience of students, which is their ability to overcome academic stressors while maintaining a positive attitude, may get hampered. This research delves into the multifaceted relationship between culture shock and academic resilience, focusing on the experiences of 292 individuals who experienced culture shock before the age of 21. Statistical analysis was done to assess the variables’ distributions and correlations. The findings revealed that culture shock has a minimal positive correlation with academic resilience. Understanding how culture shock influences academic resilience can contribute to making an inclusive and supportive educational environment for a diverse student population.