Yet another example of a phrase that’s become a part of our lexicon, but how many people know the origin of the term and what it means? Furthermore, is it even a legitimate phenomenon or just something concocted by a couple of shrinks and the media? Because we want to make sure you sound smart at parties, we’re going to help you out. Join Jen and Carolyn as they dissect Stockholm Syndrome beginning with the history of the term and how the concept has changed over the years to be more survivor-centered.
Trigger warning: Kidnapping, rape, violence
Is Stockholm Syndrome even real? The bizarre story behind a problematic diagnosis | The Independent
Stockholm Syndrome: The True Story of Hostages Loyal to Their Captor
How Patty Hearst Became a Stockholm Syndrome Poster Child | Time
Patty Hearst kidnapped by the Symbionese Liberation Army
Whose Side Was She On? 'American Heiress' Revisits Patty Hearst's Kidnapping : NPR
Kidnapping of Jaycee Dugard - Wikipedia
Dugard, J. (2011). A stolen life: A memoir. Simon and Schuster.
Fight, Flight, Freeze and Appease: Understanding Appeasement as a Trauma Response
Placing the Stockholm Syndrome in Perspective
Polyvagal Equine Institute www.PVEI.com
Polyvagal Theory by Steven Porges
