Author(s):
1. Asma Bashir:
Department of Applied Psychology The Women's University Multan, Pakistan
2. Ruhi Khalid:
Institute of Psychology Beaconhouse National University Lahore, Pakistan
Abstract:
International students face significant challenges when leaving their home countries and moving to foreign destinations for their studies. Adjusting to a new educational institution and social life in a foreign land can be hard, especially for Pakistani international students. This article provides constructive insights into these students' socio-cultural and psychological challenges on their educational journey abroad. The review also explores the factors that facilitate and support their smooth transition. The findings indicate that academic stressors, cultural disparity, and discrimination are the primary challenges that hinder Pakistani students' adjustment to a foreign country. Similarly, language proficiency, assimilation into the host culture, social support, and the use of coping strategies are crucial factors affecting Pakistani students' adjustment to foreign countries. This literature review represents the first comprehensive analysis of Pakistani international students' adjustment experiences and challenges abroad. We followed the PRISM guidelines for the review. We searched national and international databases for relevant research articles. This review can provide valuable insights into Pakistani international students' adjustment patterns in host countries and can be used to create policies that help these students thrive overseas.
Page(s):
3-11
DOI:
DOI not available
Published:
Journal: Pakistan Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology, Volume: 21, Issue: 2, Year: 2023
Keywords:
academic challenges
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Pakistani students
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prejudice
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language issues
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cultural differences
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