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The Multiple Sclerosis Work Difficulties Questionnaire (MSWDQ): development of a shortened scale

Cynthia A. HonanSchool of Psychology, Mathews Building, University of New South Wales New South WalesAustraliaCorrespondence[email protected]
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Rhonda F. BrownResearch School of Psychology, Australian National University CanberraAustralia
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Donald W. HineSchool of Behavioural Cognitive and Social Sciences, University of New England ArmidaleAustralia
Pages 635-641 | Received 11 Nov 2012, Accepted 10 May 2013, Published online: 20 Jun 2013

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