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An International Journal of Experimental Educational Psychology
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Stress, Self-Efficacy, Social Support, and Psychological Distress Among Prospective Chinese Teachers in Hong Kong

David W. Chan
Pages 557-569 | Published online: 01 Jul 2010

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