Stockholm Syndrome is a psychological phenomenon where hostages or victims of kidnapping develop positive feelings toward their captors. This bond can lead to empathy and loyalty, often resulting in the victim defending or siding with the captor, despite the danger they pose. The term originated from a bank robbery in Stockholm, Sweden in 1973, where hostages began to identify with their captors after being held for several days. This unexpected emotional connection can be attributed to stress, fear, and the human instinct to seek safety and connection in threatening situations.