Third Culture Kid

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This paper examines the concept of a "third culture kid", as defined in Pollock and Van Reken's book. It explains that these children are a result of globalization and business people who travel around the world taking their families with them. According to the authors, the experiences of youths who spend a significant part of their childhood living overseas are both beneficial and challenging. These benefits and challenges are examined in this paper.

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"The authors spoke with a number of Third Culture Kid (TCK) parents about the time spent in other countries. For others who plan on going abroad or have already left, the book brings new insights and gives support knowing that one's family is not alone. It would also pay for companies to give a copy to each of its employees heading off to distant lands. For those who live in the United States, the book provides another way of looking at the impact of an increasingly global world."

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