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abreaction

nounfemininetechnicalrare/ɐbʁiɐˈsɐ̃w̃/ab-re·a·ção

Definition

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(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