When an Expatriate Is Sent on a Foreign Assignment and Begins

question 31

Multiple Choice

When an expatriate is sent on a foreign assignment and begins experiencing feelings of isolation, criticism, stereotyping, and even hostility, this person is said to be experiencing

• A) validation.
• B) adjustment.
• C) recovery.
• D) culture shock.
• E) repatriation.

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Definitions:

Double-bind

A situation in which a person receives contradictory demands or messages, with no appropriate way of responding, often used in the context of family dynamics and schizophrenia.

Genogram

A graphic representation of a family tree that displays detailed data on relationships among individuals, often used in therapy to uncover patterns of behavior or medical history.

Triangle

In psychology, this can refer to triangular theory of love, which defines love in terms of three components: intimacy, passion, and commitment. In geometry, it is a three-sided polygon.

Enmeshed

A term used in psychology to describe relationships where personal boundaries are diffused, leading to an over-concern for others and a lack of autonomy.