Journal of Pediatric Health Care
Volume 22, Issue 2 , Pages 94-102 , March 2008

Mediators of the Relationship between Social Support and Positive Health Practices in Middle Adolescents

  • Cynthia G. Ayres, PhD, RN

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    • Corresponding Author InformationCorrespondence: Cynthia G. Ayres, PhD, RN, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Rutgers College of Nursing, 180 University Avenue, Newark, NJ 07102

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doi: 10.1016/j.pedhc.2007.02.010

Journal of Pediatric Health Care
Volume 22, Issue 2 , Pages 94-102 , March 2008

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