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The theories of reasoned action and planned behavior: Overview of findings, emerging research problems and usefulness for exercise promotion

Gaston Godin Ecole des sciences infirmieres Universite Laval, Quebec, Canada, GlK 7P4
Pages 141-157 | Published online: 14 Jan 2008

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