This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: All India exam, Subject name: Psychiatry
Expression and consequent release of previously repressed emotion is called as 
Select and explain. 
A. Regression, B. Dissociation, C. Abreaction, D. All of the above
C: Abreaction
Answer: C: Abreaction 
Explanation: * The expression and consequent release of a previously repressed emotion, achieved through reliving the experience that caused it. * Done typically through * Hypnosis * Suggestion REF: DAVIDSONS 10TH ED