International All Stars

International All-Stars Fostering Resilience in Relocation

Relocation Research   primarily expatriate employees adjustment of spouse/family

critical to success of assignment lack of solutions

Expatriate Families top reason for leaving early psychological well-being of

spouses

 satisfaction with school involvement  desire to stay in international setting  choice/control and social support

learning from successful families

Sea Star home country close family member close friend most fluent language job

Losses in Relocation home family friends pets routines/activities language facility job/career

Children and Relocation no consistent negative long-term

effects “pile up” phenomenon adjustment prior to relocation vulnerable ages role of the family

Concerns of Children losing friends making new friends

Domains of Functioning social adjustment self-concept and self-esteem school achievement emotional health and well-being

Critical Factors social networks vs. social support family characteristics choice and control school culture

Stages of Relocation Anticipation Preparation Initial Adjustment Later Adjustment

School-based Preventive Programs   assist with social challenges  facilitate adaptation to new school system  encourage self-testing of attributes and

talents  anticipate and meet academic/behavioral needs  be sensitive to relocation related family stressors  address emotional needs

Revisiting the Sea Star short-term losses and adjustment facilitating growth  social support  family climate  choice/control  school-based programs

new skills and resources

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