Factors associated with acculturative stress among international medical students in an Egyptian university
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Acculturative stress affects nearly 30% of international medical students in Egypt, influenced by factors like nationality and language. Support resources are crucial for student retention and success.
Area Of Science
- Medical Education
- Psychology
- Sociology
Background
- International students face unique challenges, including acculturative stress from cultural differences, language barriers, and accommodation issues.
- These difficulties can impact their overall well-being and academic experience.
Purpose Of The Study
- To determine the prevalence of acculturative stress among first-year international medical students in Egypt.
- To identify factors associated with acculturative stress in this population.
Main Methods
- A cross-sectional study surveyed 422 international students using the Acculturative Stress Scale for International Students (ASSIS).
- Factors examined included accommodation comfort, college adjustment, language proficiency, and academic pressure.
Main Results
- 28.7% of students reported high acculturative stress (ASSIS score > 109).
- Key stressors included non-specific concerns, homesickness, and perceived discrimination.
- Female and non-Arab students reported higher stress; having local support reduced stress levels. Language proficiency and adjustment positively correlated with lower stress.
Conclusions
- Acculturative stress is significantly influenced by nationality, language proficiency, academic, and living situation adjustments.
- Nationality and language proficiency emerge as primary stressors.
- Multicultural support resources are vital for international student retention and success.
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