This article was co-authored by Donna Novak, Psy.D and by wikiHow staff writer, Hannah Madden. Dr. Donna Novak is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist based in Simi Valley, California. With over ten years of experience, Dr. Novak specializes in treating anxiety and relationship and sex concerns. She holds a BA in Psychology from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and a doctoral degree (Psy.D) in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University-Los Angeles. Dr. Novak uses a differentiation model in treatment that focuses on personal growth by increasing self-awareness, personal motivation, and confidence.
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Whether you moved for work, school, or just to explore a new area, moving away from your family can be really hard. Experiencing homesickness after moving away from your family is totally normal, and it might happen all at once or in short bursts over time. Fortunately, there are things you can do to help yourself cope after moving away from home. Read through these tips and tricks to make yourself feel better and more at home in your new place.
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The best cure for homesickness is time. It might not seem like it now, but it will get easier.Thanks
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- ↑ https://www.savethestudent.org/international-students/tips-to-deal-with-home-sickness.html
- ↑ https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20140428-combat-expat-homesickness
- ↑ Donna Novak, Psy.D. Licensed Clinical Psychologist. Expert Interview. 8 December 2020.
- ↑ https://www.usnews.com/education/best-colleges/articles/how-to-handle-homesickness-in-college
- ↑ Donna Novak, Psy.D. Licensed Clinical Psychologist. Expert Interview. 8 December 2020.
- ↑ https://www.savethestudent.org/international-students/tips-to-deal-with-home-sickness.html
- ↑ https://www.usnews.com/education/best-colleges/articles/how-to-handle-homesickness-in-college
- ↑ https://www.savethestudent.org/international-students/tips-to-deal-with-home-sickness.html
- ↑ https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20140428-combat-expat-homesickness
- ↑ Donna Novak, Psy.D. Licensed Clinical Psychologist. Expert Interview. 8 December 2020.
- ↑ https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/HealthyLiving/moving-out-of-home-tips-for-young-people
- ↑ https://www.savethestudent.org/international-students/tips-to-deal-with-home-sickness.html
- ↑ https://www.savethestudent.org/international-students/tips-to-deal-with-home-sickness.html
- ↑ https://admissions.usf.edu/blog/coping-with-the-stress-of-going-away-to-college