PsychologyJuly 14, 2026

seclusion

/sɪˈkluːʒən/

Definition

A secure, isolated area within a psychiatric facility where a patient is placed, often temporarily, to manage their behavior or prevent harm.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin word 'secludere,' meaning to shut away or separate. It entered English in the 17th century to describe the state of being removed from social contact or public view.

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