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The Journal of Treatment & Prevention
Volume 15, 2007 - Issue 4: Eating Disorders and Trauma
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Is There a Link between Traumatic Experiences and Self-Injurious Behaviors in Eating-Disordered Patients?

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Pages 305-315 | Published online: 16 Aug 2007

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