This article examines the psychological aspects of student adaptation in higher education, focusing on the challenges and mechanisms that influence successful adjustment. Employing a theoretical and analytical approach, the study draws on Vygotsky’s sociocultural theory and Erikson’s stages of psychosocial development to explore the roles of social interaction, identity formation, and support systems. Comparative literature from national and international contexts, with special attention to post-Soviet and Central Asian regions including Uzbekistan, is analyzed to highlight both universal and culturally specific adaptation factors. Additionally, the study considers the impact of digitalization and technological tools on academic and social integration. The findings underscore the multidimensional nature of adaptation, emphasizing the need for holistic strategies that address psychological, social, cultural, and technological dimensions to foster academic success and student well-being.  

Student adaptation, higher education, psychological factors

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