Lecture 9 - Hostage & Crisis Negotiation

Question 1

Describe the research evidence described by Grubb 2010

Answer 1

Cross cultural comparisons of techniques used internationally to provide understanding of cultural uniqueness needed.

Shift in focus of research to identification of negotiator characteristics and traits to cope with pressures.

Question 2

Describe the research evidence described by Hatcher et al 1998

Answer 2

Hostage - perpetrator holds one or more persons against their will in location known to the police
Barricade - no hostages, refusing to surrender.

Question 3

Describe the research evidence described by Matusitz 2013.

Answer 3

Interpersonal communication models needed to help reach successful outcomes.
Subtle linguistic techniques and discourse are essential to obtain liberation of hostages.
Important theory = Mark Knapp 1984 - model of relational development which postulates relationships improve through constant interpersonal dialogue.
Establish rapport and move into hostage takers world.

Question 4

Describe the research evidence described by Vecchi et al 2005.

Answer 4

HN most sig development in law enforcement.
Behavioural change stairway mdoel - FBI, systematic multistep process directed to peaceful non-lethal resolution.
Role playing is vital tool in assessment and training.