Evidence to Support a Positive Transition into Adulthood for Youth with Disabilities
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Moving into Adulthood for Youth with Disabilities and Serious Health Concerns
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عنوان ژورنال: Physical & Occupational Therapy In Pediatrics
سال: 2006
ISSN: 0194-2638
DOI: 10.1300/j006v26n04_01