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Depression, Loneliness, and Perceived Stress

Geographical proximity and depressive symptoms among adult child caregivers: social support as a moderator

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Pages 205-213 | Received 25 Jun 2017, Accepted 22 Oct 2017, Published online: 21 Nov 2017

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