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Research Article

The protective roles of affectionate behaviors and communication on mental quality of life of couples living with fibromyalgia: movement toward a dyadic perspective

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Pages 375-384 | Received 22 May 2022, Accepted 07 Nov 2023, Published online: 21 Nov 2023

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