The stages of acculturation are: 1) Euphoria, where one feels excitement and optimism for the host culture; 2) Culture shock, where one experiences negativity and anxiety as they adjust; 3) Anomie, where equilibrium returns and one acknowledges both positive and negative aspects of cultures, potentially causing an identity crisis; 4) Assimilation or adaptation, where one accepts the new culture, recovers confidence and identity.

1. Stages of
Acculturation

2. Euphoria
Excitement, enthusiasm, and
optimism for everything in host
culture.

3. Culture Shock
Negativity ranging from irritability to hostility, anxiety to panic.
Similar to the stages of grief.

4. Anomie
Gradual recovery of equilibrium and objectivity. Acknowledgment
of positive and negative aspects of both cultures. Identity crisis.

5. Assimilation or
Adaption
Acceptance of new culture.
Recovery of self-confidence and
identity.