Adjusting to a New Culture: Navigating the Phases of Culture Adaptation
By Emofonmwan Osarumwense
A difficult and unsettling experience cannot be compared to none. Cultural shock however, is the feeling of discomfort that arises when an individual is immersed in a new and foreign culture. This phenomenon typically occurs during the transition from one's familiar environment to an unfamiliar one. When people move to different environments, they often experience changes, both positive and negative. For instance, consider a Nigerian university student who goes to study in America for the summer
