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Original Articles

Experiences of identity development and sexual stigma for lesbian, gay, and bisexual young people in sport: ‘Just survive until you can be who you are’

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Pages 176-189 | Received 11 Jan 2017, Accepted 12 Oct 2017, Published online: 01 Nov 2017

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