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Evaluating the effects of a peer support programme on adolescents' knowledge, attitudes and use of alcohol and tobacco

Rosemary A. Webster School of Behavioural Sciences, University of Newcastle, NSW 2308, Australia
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Michael Hunter School of Behavioural Sciences, University of Newcastle, NSW 2308, Australia
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John A. Keats School of Behavioural Sciences, University of Newcastle, NSW 2308, Australia
Pages 7-16 | Published online: 12 Jul 2009

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