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The Contribution of Social Relationships to Children’s Happiness

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  • Ben Coleman

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  • Mark Holder & Ben Coleman, 2009. "The Contribution of Social Relationships to Children’s Happiness," Journal of Happiness Studies, Springer, vol. 10(3), pages 329-349, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:jhappi:v:10:y:2009:i:3:p:329-349
    DOI: 10.1007/s10902-007-9083-0
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