Homesickness

High school (ages 12+)
Human Body

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/homesickness

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the psychological construct?A complex emotional and cognitive response to separation from home
2. What is the cognitive feature?Intrusive thoughts and preoccupation with the familiar environment
3. Why do we feel homesick when we go to a new place?Being away from familiar friends, family, and surroundings can make us feel lonely and anxious. Our brain remembers home and thinks it is safer there.
4. How can I feel better when I’m homesick?Try talking to friends or family, sharing what you miss, and looking at pictures of home. Doing new activities can also help you feel more comfortable in the new place.

Attachment Figures: Individuals or objects that provide a sense of security and emotional comfort.
Cognitive Preoccupation: A state where one's thoughts are constantly focused on a particular subject.
Resilience: The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness.