Xia's family immigrated to Canada when she was 2 years-old. Her parents maintained their traditional cultural values and traditions. Xia, on the other hand, respected her parents and their views but viewed herself as a Canadian. Her parents often accused Xia of forgetting herself and questioned who she had become. Which of the following likely accounts for Xia's behaviour?

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Acculturation is the process of adopting the cultural values and practices of a new society while maintaining one's own cultural identity. Xia's behaviour is consistent with acculturation, as she respects her parents' cultural values but also views herself as a Canadian.

Xia's Family Immigrated to Canada When She Was 2 Years-Old