Homesickness: its Essence and Ramifications

Yıl 2023, Cilt: 5 Sayı: 2, 110 - 117, 29.12.2023

Khaled A Wershffani

Öz

When a person finds themselves in a solitary state within an unfamiliar setting, there is an increased probability of them encountering the emotional state known as “Homesickness”. When an immigrant or an employee from a different country goes through the process of adapting to a new job or location, they will face various distinctive challenges. This article aims to scrutinize and assess the most significant written works on the subject of homesickness, using a systematic and critical approach. The results show that homesickness is a complex and multifaceted phenomenon that affects different groups of people in different ways, and that it has significant implications for their well-being, performance, and integration. The article also discusses some of the limitations and gaps in the existing literature, and suggests some directions for future research and practice.

Anahtar Kelimeler

Psychological sensation , Homesickness , Immigrant , Employee , Nation , Unique problems.

Kaynakça

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