Published on in Vol 14, No 1 (2012): Jan-Feb

Social Influence as a Driver of Engagement in a Web-Based Health Intervention

Social Influence as a Driver of Engagement in a Web-Based Health Intervention

Social Influence as a Driver of Engagement in a Web-Based Health Intervention

Authors of this article:

Josée Poirier1 ;   Nathan K Cobb2, 3, 4

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Books/Policy Documents

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