Closure (psychology)

Closure is when we feel at ease that something is fully resolved or finished. It's like when you finish a puzzle and all the pieces fit together perfectly. You feel satisfied and happy that the puzzle is complete.

In psychology, closure can refer to the need to have an explanation for a situation or event that has occurred. Like when you are upset because your friend had to leave early from your birthday party and you don't understand why. You might feel better if your friend explains the reason for leaving early, and you can then have closure about the situation.

Closure can also refer to the process of coming to terms with a loss or traumatic event. This means finding a way to understand what happened, accepting it, and moving forward. It's like when you lose a toy that you really love, and you feel sad about it. But you talk to your parents or therapist and they help you understand that it's okay to feel sad, and that you can still have fun without the toy. This helps you feel better and have closure about the situation.

Having closure is important because it helps us feel more in control of our emotions and thoughts. It allows us to move on from difficult situations or events, and feel more at peace.