Grant Burke, a native of Canada, was transferred to Malaysia to establish a new branch of the software company he worked for. When Grant returned to Canada after three years, he was surprised to see the changes his country had undergone. At work, he was finding it to accept the stress-free work relationships after having adapted himself to a stricter work style in Malaysia. These factors caused a sense of irritability and disorientation and left Grant feeling as though he could not work with the company anymore. Which of the following is Grant experiencing?

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Grant is experiencing reverse culture shock, which occurs when a person returns to their home country after having adapted to a different culture. The changes and differences in his home country are causing irritability and disorientation, which are common symptoms of reverse culture shock.

Grant Burke, a Native of Canada, Was Transferred to Malaysia