florence nightingale effect

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What does florence nightingale effect mean?

A trope where a caregiver falls in love with their patient, even if very little communication or contact takes place outside of basic care.

Where does florence nightingale effect come from?

Named after English social reformer, statistician and the founder of modern nursing Florence Nightingale.

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