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Original Articles

Examination of personality traits and social problem-solving skills of individuals whose driving licenses have been confiscated due to drunk driving

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Pages 3-8 | Received 13 Feb 2016, Accepted 07 Apr 2016, Published online: 01 Nov 2016

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