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Parents As First Sexuality Information Sources: Do They Make a Difference in Daughters' Sexual Attitudes and Behavior?

Nelwyn B. MooreSouthwest Texas State University
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J. Kenneth DavidsonUniversity of Wisconsin—Eau Claire
Pages 155-163 | Published online: 21 Jan 2015

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