Pauline Boss The Myth of Closure: Ambiguous Loss in a Time of Pandemic

Pauline Boss, an expert on ambiguous loss, explains the concept and its types: physical and psychological. She challenges the notion of closure, emphasizing that people seek certainty, not closure, after a loss. Boss outlines six guidelines to live with loss, focusing on finding meaning, mastering unanswered questions, and adapting identity and attachment. She highlights the importance of resilience and change, especially during the pandemic, and concludes with reflections on societal issues and the need for clarity in ambiguous situations.

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