Which of the following are common symptoms of homesickness?

• A. Happiness, excitement
• B. Sadness, anxiety, longing to be home
• C. Aggression, defiance
• D. Disinterest in activities

Answer: (D)

Homesickness shows up as emotional distress tied to being away from home, with feelings like sadness, worry, and a strong longing to return. This combination—sadness, anxiety, and longing to be home—best captures the typical experience of missing familiar people and places. The other descriptions don’t fit that pattern as closely: happiness and excitement describe positive feelings about the situation, not the distress of being apart; aggression or defiance are different behavioral responses that aren’t the hallmark of homesickness; disinterest in activities can occur in various conditions but doesn’t pinpoint the core experience of missing home.