A new neighbor moves in next door and you see her often in the halls, at the mailboxes, and in the parking lot. You end up forming a friendship with her. What phenomenon are you experiencing?

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The mere exposure effect is a psychological phenomenon by which people tend to develop a preference for things merely because they are familiar with them. In this scenario, the frequent encounters with the new neighbor in various common areas lead to increased familiarity, which then fosters a friendship.

A New Neighbor Moves in Next Door and You See