Table 3.
Course objectives and syllabus for PGGH Part 3: Reflection.
| Objectives | |
|---|---|
| 1. Identify and explain components of ‘reverse culture shock’ upon returning from a global health experience | |
| 2. Identify strategies for effectively ‘reintegrating’ into your home and work life upon returning from a global health experience | |
| 3. Effectively deal with potential health issues upon returning from a global health experience | |
| 4. Effectively advocate for other individuals at your institution to identify clinical opportunities, educational opportunities, and funding structures for future global health experiences | |
| Section | Content |
| Reverse culture shock | What is culture shock? |
| Preparing to return home | |
| The honeymoon | |
| Readjustment and adaptation | |
| Reflecting | Reflecting |
| Reflection exercises | |
| Relationships | Old and new friends |
| Health issues | Feeling physically ill upon your return |
| Feeling mentally ill upon your return | |
| Future work | Staying involved |
| Your future career | |
| Mentoring others | |
| Course summary | Take home points |
| Staying connected | |