AP Psychology Exam Prep

Category - AP Psychology

_______________ refers to a psychological state whereby a hostage develops emotions of loyalty and sympathy for the hostage-taker.
  1. Stockholm syndrome
  2. Copenhagen syndrome
  3. Confused-state syndrome
  4. Co-habituate syndrome
Explanation
Answer: A - Stockholm syndrome refers to a psychological state whereby a hostage develops emotions of loyalty and sympathy for the hostage-taker.
Key Takeaway: Stockholm syndrome is a state whereby a victim forms an emotional attachment to their captors. It is believed that even the slightest act of kindness by the captor towards a victim is interpreted as a sign that they are essentially kind people. Even in a state of fear and exhaustion, people may develop some sympathy for their captors, especially if they are shown a glimmer of humanity.
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