Breuer observed an association between recalling past traumatic events and expression of the original emotion in hysterics. This resulted in:
A)Increased hysteria
B)Decreased hysteria
C)The emergence of new symptoms
D)The repression of emotions

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Breuer found that when hysterics recalled past traumatic events and expressed the associated emotions, their hysterical symptoms decreased. This formed the basis for his cathartic method of treatment, which aimed to help patients release pent-up emotions and heal from traumatic experiences.

Breuer Observed an Association Between Recalling Past Traumatic Events and Expression