Does Homesickness Go Away?

For some, homesickness can pass fairly quickly, while for others it can take much longer. How long does homesickness last, in general? Studies have shown homesickness to last between 3 weeks to 1 year and 4 months.

How do I stop being homesick?

Here are the best ways to handle homesickness:
  1. Let yourself be homesick for a bit. ...
  2. Go out and keep yourself busy. ...
  3. Bring home comforts to university. ...
  4. Keep in touch with home (but not too much!) ...
  5. Stay off social media. ...
  6. Explore your new surroundings. ...
  7. Don't compare yourself to other people. ...
  8. Plan one nice thing for yourself a day.

Should I go home if Im homesick?

However, homesickness does not mean you should go home. ... Whether you've been away for a while, just left, or are still thinking about it, you should be able to spot the situations likely to set homesickness mode into motion, and plan what you will do to get through the rough patches.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.