psychodrama


psy·cho·dra·ma

noun \-ˈdrä-mə, -ˈdra-\

Definition of PSYCHODRAMA

1
: an extemporized dramatization designed to afford catharsis and social relearning for one or more of the participants from whose life history the plot is abstracted
2
: a dramatic narrative or work characterized by psychological overtones
3
: an often ongoing psychological struggle; also : an expression of psychological turmoil
psy·cho·dra·mat·ic \-drə-ˈma-tik\ adjective

First Known Use of PSYCHODRAMA

1937

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