So my wife is from Medellin. I do have to say it has been quite an adjustment for her. January 23, 2016 will be a year since she's been here and not been back. And she still finds that the "food tastes different" and that "people work too much". Fortunately for me, my family is of Mexican descent and most us (including me) speak fluent Spanish. My wife fell in love with my mom and dad and grandmother. They made her feel at home. I also helped her parents get tourist visas and paid for them to come and visit. They stayed with us for 2 months over the summer. That helped a TON. Not sure if it is feasible for you...but you might try having a family member come visit. I know that with my wife...her family was worried about her being here alone...and her mother kept conveying that message. That fanned her anxiety because her mom was anxious. But, after the visit they told her that they know she is in good hands and the calls home are very positive. In fact, they can't wait to come back to visit.
But I think earlier points other forum members made about encouraging your spouse to stretch her wings and go to classes and interact with other Spanish speakers is a great way to calm the transition anxiety. My wife has been doing that now for about 3 months and has made new friends, goes out to lunch, gotten her DL and drives herself to school and knows her way around. All and all...I think time will take care of most of it. But the important thing is to not give up or give in to frustration. You made a decision...and it is worth giving it a truly fair shot to succeed. Best of luck!
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