Tag: International travel

May 16, 2026 / Mohammed looti

CULTURE SHOCK

Conceptual Foundations of Culture Shock The phenomenon of culture shock is defined as a comprehensive and multifaceted psychological and physiological reaction that occurs when an individual is suddenly immersed in an unfamiliar cultural environment. This state is far more significant than a passing sense of discomfort; it constitutes a profound disruption of an individual’s internal […]

November 24, 2025 / Mohammed looti

JET LAG

Definition and Etiology of Jet Lag Jet lag, formally known as desynchronosis or circadian rhythm sleep disorder, is a temporary physiological condition resulting from rapid travel across multiple time zones. It represents a fundamental maladjustment of the body’s internal biological clock, the SCN, to the external local time. This misalignment occurs because the speed of […]