Understanding Stockholm Syndrome

What event led to the coining of the term 'Stockholm Syndrome'?

• A terrorist attack in London

• A hostage situation in Moscow

• A kidnapping in the United States

• A bank robbery in Sweden

What is a key characteristic of Stockholm Syndrome?

• Negative feelings towards captors

• Positive bonds with captors

• Hostility towards captors

• Indifference towards captors

Why is Stockholm Syndrome not included in the DSM-5?

• It is a form of brainwashing

• It is similar to PTSD

• It lacks scientific research

• It is too common

How does Stockholm Syndrome differ from PTSD?

• It involves negative feelings

• It involves positive feelings

• It is a form of brainwashing

• It is listed in the DSM-5

What factor increases the likelihood of developing Stockholm Syndrome?

• Harsh treatment by captors

• Isolation from captors

• Escape opportunities

• Kindness from captors

What did the 2007 study by American researchers suggest about Stockholm Syndrome?

• It is unrelated to captor behavior

• It is a form of brainwashing

• It is more likely with kind captors

• It is more likely with harsh captors

What was a significant finding from the Moscow theater hostage situation?

• The captors were harsh and unkind

• Most hostages showed signs of Stockholm Syndrome

• None of the hostages developed Stockholm Syndrome

• All hostages developed Stockholm Syndrome

What might be a reason for developing positive feelings towards captors?

• To escape captivity

• To manipulate captors

• To increase stress

• To manage stress

What did the 1994 experiment with airline employees reveal?

• Hostages were unaffected by the experience

• Hostages escaped successfully

• Hostages developed positive bonds with captors

• Hostages developed negative bonds with captors

What is still uncertain about Stockholm Syndrome?

• Its existence

• Its classification as a disorder

• Its occurrence in media

• Its impact on captors