Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology
Volume 23, Issue 1 , Pages 39-44 , February 2010

Discussions of Vaginal Douching with Family Members

  • Mary B. Short, PhD

      Affiliations

    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence to: Mary B. Short, PhD, Department of Psychology, University of Houston–Clear Lake, 2700 Bay Area Blvd, Houston, TX 77058
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  • William R. Black, MA
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  • Katie Flynn, BS

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PII: S1083-3188(09)00188-0

doi: 10.1016/j.jpag.2009.05.004

Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology
Volume 23, Issue 1 , Pages 39-44 , February 2010

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