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Predictors/Impacts of Violence and Abuse in Intimate Relationships on Men

Severity and Predictors of Physical Intimate Partner Violence against Male Victims in Canada

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Pages 85-108 | Received 21 Apr 2020, Accepted 05 Nov 2020, Published online: 14 Dec 2020

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