The Birth of Stockholm Syndrome

The podcast explores the origins of Stockholm Syndrome, which was coined based on the events of a six-day siege in a bank in Stockholm, Sweden 50 years ago. The term refers to the phenomenon where captives develop feelings of affection or connection with their captors. However, the podcast highlights that there is a lack of agreement and research on the concept, and it is not a formal diagnosis in psychology. The hostages in the bank siege formed a bond with their captors due to various factors, including spending time together, perceiving acts of kindness from the captors, and feeling anger towards the authorities. The podcast highlights the complexity and contested nature of Stockholm Syndrome as a psychological phenomenon.