Journal of International Students | Vol. 15 No. 7 (2025)

Vol. 15 No. 7 (2025): Journal of International Students

This edition presents a diverse and timely collection of peer-reviewed research articles that explore critical dimensions of international student experiences across linguistic, psychological, cultural, and technological contexts. The issue features ten scholarly articles examining language learning, mental health, cross-cultural adaptation, and the use of generative AI in education, offering fresh insights into the academic, social, and emotional journeys of international students worldwide.Contributing to this volume are 30 authors representing 21 institutions across 9 countries, including Australia, China, Hungary, Jordan, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Thailand, the United Kingdom, and the United States. These scholars bring 17 distinct academic and professional perspectives, ranging from professors and assistant professors to researchers, PhD candidates, and academic leaders.

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Research Articles (English)

1. Short Story Writing Experiences and Perceptions of Saudi Female University Students
2. Ahdab Abdalelah Saaty
3. pp. 1–22
4. Examining the Perspectives and Attitudes of ESL Students Toward Idioms in Second Language Classrooms
5. Sakshi Garg
6. pp. 23–40
7. Health Behavior and Life Satisfaction of University Students: A Comparative Study Using Optimal Living Profile-Modified
8. Farah Abu Khadra, Aseel Aburub, Anwaar Amro, Zoltán Csapek, Bendegúz Kertai, Sára Jeges, Ákos Levente Tóth
9. pp. 41–64
10. Prior Cross-Cultural Exposure and Cross-Cultural Adaptation of Asian and Non-Asian International Students in China
11. Kai Zhang, Su-Hie Ting
12. pp. 65–84
13. Exploring the Impact of Depression, Stress, and Sleep Disturbances on Academic Success in International College Students
14. Kruti S. Chaliawala, Rebecca A. Vidourek, Keith A. King
15. pp. 85–108
16. Reconceptualizing the Notion of “Study” While Studying Abroad: International Students at a Thai University
17. Sirirat Na Ranong, Michael Byram
18. pp. 109–126
19. Factors Influencing International Students’ Adoption of Generative Artificial Intelligence: The Mediating Role of Perceived Values and Attitudes
20. Muhammad Ittefaq, Ali Zain, Rauf Arif, Taufiq Ahmad, Laeeq Khan, Hyunjin Seo
21. pp. 127–154
22. Cultural Moderation in Second Language Chinese Learning: Enjoyment and Willingness to Communicate Among International Students in the Target Language Environment
23. Muzi Li, Teng Teng Yap, Fong Peng Chew
24. pp. 157–178
25. The State of Knowledge in Social Self-Efficacy Among International Students: A Systematic Literature Review
26. Tri Dang Nguyen, Marie McGregor
27. pp. 176–198
28. Leveraging Social Media for Social Protection: Addressing the Challenges of International Students Abroad
29. Daniel Kibet Koech, Esayas Demissie Degago, Edina Molnár
30. pp. 199–234