Examining the effect of weight self-stigma on attitudes toward sexuality during pregnancy using structural equation modeling
), Bilge Abukan(2),
(1) Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Health Science, Department of Midwifery, Kurupelit Campus, 55200, Samsun, Turkey
(2) Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Health Science, Department of Social Worker, Kurupelit Campus, 55200, Samsun, Turkey
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