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Clinical Comments

The Use of Problem-Solving Therapy and Restraint-Free Environment for the Management of Depression and Agitation in Long-Term Care

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Pages 77-90 | Received 07 Apr 2006, Accepted 07 Sep 2007, Published online: 02 Jan 2009

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