EXPRESSED EMOTION
\ɛkspɹˈɛst ɪmˈə͡ʊʃən], \ɛkspɹˈɛst ɪmˈəʊʃən], \ɛ_k_s_p_ɹ_ˈɛ_s_t ɪ_m_ˈəʊ_ʃ_ə_n]\
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Frequency and quality of negative emotions, e.g., anger or hostility, expressed by family members or significant others, that often lead to a high relapse rate, especially in schizophrenic patients. (APA, Thesaurus of Psychological Index Terms, 7th ed)
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