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Journal of Loss and Trauma
International Perspectives on Stress & Coping
Volume 17, 2012 - Issue 1
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Posttraumatic Symptoms and Thought Control Strategies Among Aging Hidden Jewish Children

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Pages 38-55 | Received 22 Feb 2011, Accepted 12 Apr 2011, Published online: 03 Jan 2012

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