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Work & Stress
An International Journal of Work, Health & Organisations
Volume 12, 1998 - Issue 1
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Longitudinal influences of managerial support on employee well-being

Pages 29-49 | Received 01 Feb 1998, Published online: 25 Sep 2007

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