| The purpose of this qualitative study was to explore the international identity development with people who have experienced living in another country. The central research question is how international living impacts identity development and mental health needs. The population studies individuals who identify with the global community regardless of country of origin, residence, citizenship, nationality, or other diversity features through living in another country. The research design is qualitative using a grounded theory approach. Data collection included semi-structured interviews conducted in-person or via online interface and surveys for descriptive purposes. Data analysis was performed through the Constant Comparative Method. This study intends to add to the knowledge within social and cultural psychology of the identity of individuals living internationally, their experience of this lifestyle and the mental health challenges they may experience. People living internationally have varied levels of cultural integration, personally and interpersonally, making this population vulnerable to isolation and lack of support services in this transition. Knowledge of this population is essential to providing adequate care and mental health services in support of international lifestyle and identity development.;Keyword: Culture, Social Psychology, Internationalism, Global Nomads, World Citizens, Third-Culture, Third-Space, Expatriates, Transculturals, Transnationals, Internationals. |
