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The contribution of temperament, popularity, and physical appearance to children’s happiness

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  • Ben Coleman

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  • Mark Holder & Ben Coleman, 2008. "The contribution of temperament, popularity, and physical appearance to children’s happiness," Journal of Happiness Studies, Springer, vol. 9(2), pages 279-302, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:jhappi:v:9:y:2008:i:2:p:279-302
    DOI: 10.1007/s10902-007-9052-7
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