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Adjustment and Strain among Domestic and International Student Sojourners A Longitudinal Study
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In this article, a growing number of students leave their home environments and relocate to study at universities abroad, however, this can be a challenging and stressful experience, and relocation can be difficult and stressful.Abstract:
Every year, a growing number of students leave their home environments and relocate to study at universities abroad. Relocation, however, can be a challenging and stressful experience. This longitu...read more
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