The Hostage Can Make Use of the Dynamics of the Stockholm

question 18

Multiple Choice

The hostage can make use of the dynamics of the Stockholm syndrome to improve their survival odds by:

• A)appearing to agree with the hostage taker's beliefs.
• B)​sharing the more personal aspects of one's life and eliciting the same from the hostage taker.
• C)​currying favor with the hostage taker by complimenting him or her.
• D)ignoring the hostage taker's personal queries and thus making him or her more subservient.

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Definitions:

Social Support

Assistance and encouragement provided by friends, family, and colleagues, which is crucial for individuals' mental and physical well-being.

Perception

The process by which individuals interpret and make sense of sensory information to understand their environment.

Psychological Tension

an emotional state characterized by feelings of stress, anxiety, or unease, often resulting from challenging situations or internal conflicts.

Psychological Demands

The mental effort required to complete tasks or fulfill roles, often involving intellectual ability, emotional effort, and coping with stress.