Romeo and Juliet effect

The Romeo and Juliet effect is a result of parental opposition to a relationship, characterised by an intensificaton of the romantic feelings of those in the relationship. The effect gets its name from the unwavering love of the protagonists in the Shakespeare play of the same name. The effect involves an increased commitment to persevere in the midst of parental opposition and interference. Richard Driscoll was the first author on the Boulder research team which suggested a real world basis for the literary masterpiece of undying passion.

Romeo and Juliet effect

The Romeo and Juliet effect is a result of parental opposition to a relationship, characterised by an intensificaton of the romantic feelings of those in the relationship. The effect gets its name from the unwavering love of the protagonists in the Shakespeare play of the same name. The effect involves an increased commitment to persevere in the midst of parental opposition and interference. Richard Driscoll was the first author on the Boulder research team which suggested a real world basis for the literary masterpiece of undying passion.