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Help Seeking Behaviors of International Students: Stigma, Acculturation, and Attitudes towards Counseling

Help Seeking Behaviors of International Students: Stigma, Acculturation, and Attitudes towards Counseling
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Author(s): Susan Boafo-Arthur (University of Scranton, USA)and Ama Boafo-Arthur (University of Ghana, Ghana)
Copyright: 2016
Pages: 19
Source title: Psychology and Mental Health: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Information Resources Management Association (USA)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-0159-6.ch059

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Abstract

International students' pursuit of education in the United States (US) is mutually beneficial to both international students and the economy of the United States. Students often experience culture shock or transitional stress upon arrival. Despite these challenges, research indicates that international students are not likely to seek professional counseling to manage or resolve their issues. In the event that they seek help they are known to prefer medical instead of psychological help. Authors in this chapter review the influence of stigma and acculturational variables on help seeking behaviors of international students. The authors also discuss implications for international students and institutions of higher education, and conclude with recommendations that may be beneficial to international students, student counseling services, and institutions of higher education in the United States.

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