Journal of Adolescent Health
Volume 41, Issue 6 , Pages 525-535 , December 2007

Inspiring Healthy Adolescent Choices: A Rationale for and Guide to Strength Promotion in Primary Care

Received 27 February 2007 ,Accepted 31 May 2007.

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doi: 10.1016/j.jadohealth.2007.05.024

Journal of Adolescent Health
Volume 41, Issue 6 , Pages 525-535 , December 2007

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