Future studies can investigate the impact of digital

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Sourced from the stated research gap and stated challenges and future-work section of the source papers, classified as general, drawn from work published between 2025 and 2026, spanning 2 journals. Those papers have been cited 16 times in total.

Supporting evidence — 4 representative gaps

• Sociocultural adaptation of Chinese international students in the United States and its influencing factors (2025) · Frontiers in Psychology · cited 7× · doi

  There is a need to understand the sociocultural adaptation challenges faced by Chinese international students in the US. Prior research has focused on the process of adjustment and acculturation, but there is a gap in understanding the specific challenges faced by Chinese students in the US. The study aims to address this gap by examining the sociocultural adaptation difficulties experienced by Chinese international students in the US.

  generalstated research gap
  Keywords: there need understand sociocultural adaptation challenges faced chinese
• Sociocultural adaptation of Chinese international students in the United States and its influencing factors (2025) · Frontiers in Psychology · cited 7× · doi

  The study identifies the challenges faced by Chinese international students in adapting to the US culture, including dealing with unpleasant Americans and coping with differences in environmental protection. The research also notes the challenges of measuring sociocultural adaptation, including the need for a valid and reliable instrument. The study highlights the importance of considering the specific characteristics of the research population when assessing sociocultural adaptation.

  generalstated challenges
  Keywords: study identifies challenges faced chinese international students adapting
• Improving sociocultural adaptation of first-year Chinese international undergraduate students (2026) · Journal of International Students · cited 1× · doi

  The study identifies a gap in the literature on the experiences of Chinese international undergraduate students in the U.S. The study highlights the need for effective solutions to support the sociocultural adaptation of Chinese international undergraduate students. The study addresses the lack of research on the role of peer mentorship and residential engagement in supporting daily life, academic transitions, and social connections.

  generalstated research gapevidence 5/5
  Keywords: study identifies gap literature experiences chinese international undergraduate
• Psychological vulnerability and well-being of Chinese international students in Southeast Asia’s EMI contexts (2026) · Journal of International Students · cited 1× · doi

  Future studies can investigate the impact of digital interactions on the psychological well-being of Chinese international students. Research can explore the role of cultural, environmental, and structural conditions in shaping psychological outcomes. Studies can examine the effectiveness of targeted interventions in reducing stress and promoting well-being among Chinese international students.

  generalfuture-work sectionevidence 5/5
  Keywords: future studies investigate impact digital interactions psychological well-being

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