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abreaction
nounfemininetechnicalrare/ɐbʁiɐˈsɐ̃w̃/ab-re·a·ção
Definition
1(Psychoanalysis) The process of releasing repressed emotions by reliving a traumatic event.
Usage examples
“The technique of abreaction was used to treat the trauma.”
“The patient experienced an abreaction during the session.”
Synonyms
Common combinations
technique of abreactioninduce an abreaction