Hi Joanne,
I felt the same way when I first discovered it. Thankfully you're not the only one, and yes, there is nothing wrong with you! Here's some free resources from Ruth Van Reken that should help you move forward: "7 Things Every TCK Should Know" http://tckacademy.com/class/

Hi Rawn,
Here's what Robin Pascoe, and other TCK experts have to say about repatriation shock (and offer solutions):

"There is so much denial that re-entry shock even exists that if someone feels off because of it, they think there is something wrong with them. So talking about it, acknowledging its existence, is a good start. The ability to exercise patience becomes the number one virtue during repatriation. All of these measures will help but re-entry shock is still going to happen anyway. So it's best to just ride the rollercoaster of emotions for a while, knowing that the ride will end eventually! " - Robin Pascoe, Homeward Bound: A Spouse's Guide to Repatriation.

Solutions for Repatriation Shock
"It’s common knowledge in the relocation industry that as many as 40% of employees (and often a higher figure) choose to leave the company which sent them abroad within two years of repatriation." Learn how to "come home" successfully by downloading the free resources "7 Things Every TCK Needs to Know" by Ruth Van Reken and cross cultural experts on http://TCKAcademy.com

I hope that helps!
Tckid Team

Hi Tammy,
Good comment, I thought I'd point out some proactive solutions for you. Here's what Robin Pascoe, and other TCK experts have to say about repatriation shock (and offer solutions):

"There is so much denial that re-entry shock even exists that if someone feels off because of it, they think there is something wrong with them. So talking about it, acknowledging its existence, is a good start. The ability to exercise patience becomes the number one virtue during repatriation. All of these measures will help but re-entry shock is still going to happen anyway. So it's best to just ride the rollercoaster of emotions for a while, knowing that the ride will end eventually! " - Robin Pascoe, Homeward Bound: A Spouse's Guide to Repatriation.

Solutions for Repatriation Shock
"It’s common knowledge in the relocation industry that as many as 40% of employees (and often a higher figure) choose to leave the company which sent them abroad within two years of repatriation." Learn how to "come home" successfully by downloading the free resources "7 Things Every TCK Needs to Know" by Ruth Van Reken and cross cultural experts on TCK Academy

Other News Articles (which you can find above the post):
Global HR News: Repatriation & re-entry shock is real for repatriating expats and companies.
Reverse Culture Shock Makes Repatriation Stressful for Expats.

Hope that helps!
Tckid Team

Hi Oliver,
That's a good question. Here's what Robin Pascoe, and other TCK experts have to say about repatriation shock (and offer solutions):

"There is so much denial that re-entry shock even exists that if someone feels off because of it, they think there is something wrong with them. So talking about it, acknowledging its existence, is a good start. The ability to exercise patience becomes the number one virtue during repatriation. All of these measures will help but re-entry shock is still going to happen anyway. So it's best to just ride the rollercoaster of emotions for a while, knowing that the ride will end eventually! " - Robin Pascoe, Homeward Bound: A Spouse's Guide to Repatriation.

Solutions for Repatriation Shock
"It’s common knowledge in the relocation industry that as many as 40% of employees (and often a higher figure) choose to leave the company which sent them abroad within two years of repatriation." Learn how to "come home" successfully by downloading the free resources "7 Things Every TCK Needs to Know" by Ruth Van Reken and cross cultural experts on TCK Academy

Other News Articles (which you can find above the post):
Global HR News: Repatriation & re-entry shock is real for repatriating expats and companies.
Reverse Culture Shock Makes Repatriation Stressful for Expats.

Hope that helps!
Tckid Team

Hi Aaron - you're right and there's actually an umbrella term for it - "Cross Cultural Kid". You can learn more about it here:

http://www.tckid.com/crossculturalkid.html

That was a very interesting teleconference, thanks so much Kellie and Terry for agreeing to be on this call!

I REALLY love that TCK self list Kellie shared, I'm looking forward to learn more about those different selves.

Hi Jan, I will look into it and do my best to assist you. Thanks!

Thank YOU Jan for participating! It was a terrific call.

It was really amazing, I completely agree. We need to get Tom back on again.

You can call that 1-800 number if you wanna leave us a message! :)

- Brice