6. Lost in Translation: International Space Crews
International missions aboard the Mir and International Space Station (ISS) have sometimes created emotional distance due to language barriers and cultural differences. Some astronauts reported challenges in bonding with foreign crewmates, intensifying feelings of emotional and social isolation despite physical proximity. For instance, American astronauts on Mir experienced socio-cultural isolation, reporting lower levels of leader support and independence compared to their Russian counterparts. (appel.nasa.gov)