The Relationship between Mindful Awareness and Acculturative Stress for International Undergraduate Students in America
Abstract
This study examines mindful awareness and its role in acculturative stress experienced by international undergraduate students in American colleges. Data from 101 students from 37 countries attending 35 colleges revealed a significant negative correlation between mindful awareness and acculturative stress (r[99] = -0.51, p < 0.001). Higher mindful awareness predicted lower general acculturative stress and specific subdomains. These findings aim to refine cultural adaptation frameworks and inform evidence-based support systems for international students.
Fields of Study & Subjects
International Student and Expatriate Challenges
Mindfulness and Compassion Interventions
Student Stress and Coping
Publication details
- Journal / source
- International Journal of Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities
- Volume
- 18
- Issue
- 1
- Publication date
- 16 February 2026
- Language
- EN