Abreacted

/ˌæbrɪˈæktɪd/ adjective

Definition

Having undergone or experienced abreaction; emotionally released through therapeutic discussion or action.

Etymology

Past participle of 'abreact,' indicating that the emotional release or therapeutic processing has occurred.

Kelly Says

A patient who's been 'abreacted' in therapy often feels physically and emotionally exhausted but lighter, because they've finally allowed their body and mind to express years of suppressed feelings.

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