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When Is a Cognitive System Flexible? The Variability–Stability–Flexibility Pattern on the Way to Novel Solutions

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Ionescu T.

Avant

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2017

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issue 8

EN

Creativity and flexibility are considered by many to be inextricably linked. However, the current literature does not offer a clear view about their relationship and flexibility is not a unitary construct in psychological research. In this work, I present a new theoretical approach that considers flexibility a recurrent property in and of the cognitive system and I argue that flexibility is best understood as a link in the variability–stability–flexibility pattern. Investigating this pattern and looking at the dynamic flow from variability to stability and then to flexibility in the functioning of the cognitive system can lead us to better grasp how the system arrives at novel solutions in creative problem solving.

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Orientations and Determinants of Employee in Today's Labour Market

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Łucjan I.

Konteksty Społeczne

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2016

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vol. 4

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issue 2

19-26

EN

The purpose of this paper is to attempt to analyze the changes in the workplace and the resulting consequences for the contemporary worker. These changes, which are the result of automation and robotics, the dynamic development of the technology in all aspects of human life, or the globalization process in general, are important elements that affect changes in the workplace and employment. The work and related numerous socio-economic processes are the source of both the great development and disorganization of the private and professional life of contemporary workers.

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Employee loyalty to the organization in the context of the form of employment

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Kot-Radojewska M., Timenko I. V.

Oeconomia Copernicana

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2018

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vol. 9

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issue 3

511-527

EN

Research background: Organizations that function in the contemporary, competitive economy attribute the increased importance to employee loyalty, which translates, to a large extent, into commitment to work. A loyal employee, strongly associated with the organization, is its valuable asset. On the other hand, in the dynamically changing reality, organizations more often use the alternative, flexible forms of employment, which are not only a response to the needs of the organization, but also employees themselves. Purpose of the article: The purpose of the paper is to examine the relationship between employee loyalty to the employer and the form of employment. Methods: The paper presents the results of research conducted by means of a diagnostic survey with the use of a questionnaire among 569 employees of manufacturing and service enterprises operating on the Polish market. Empirical data were collected from December 2015 to January 2016. The research process was based on the grounded theory and statistical analyses were conducted by means of the SPSS, assuming the level of significance at 0.05. In order to compare people with the different forms of employment, the Kruskal-Wallis test was used. Findings & Value added: The research results indicated that there are certain relationships between the form of employment and loyalty to the employer. A majority of the respondents believed that the form of employment influences the loyalty to the employer. A majority also rated the degree of their own loyalty to the employer high. Employees working under an indefinite duration employment contract rated the impact of the current form of employment on loyalty to the employer higher than people that have a fixed-term employment contract. The people who have an indefinite duration employment contract rated the degree of their own loyalty to the employer higher than people that have a fixed-term employment contract.

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Koncepcja flexicurity jako odpowiedź na współczesne wyzwania rynku pracy

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Puzio-Wacławik B.

Zeszyty Naukowe Uniwersytetu Ekonomicznego w Krakowie

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2011

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issue 872

57-71

EN

Flexibility is a model of labour market policy initiated in Denmark. This strategy includes the liberalisation of labour laws and the spread of more flexible forms of employment. This model integrates the increased flexibility of employment with a simultaneous enhancement of employee security. The article presents the flexicurity model and attempts to assess its implementation in the Polish labour market.

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Elastyczność rynku pracy a charakter instytucji w krajach europejskich

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Gawrońska-Nowak B., Skorupińska K.

Gospodarka Narodowa. The Polish Journal of Economics

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2006

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vol. 206

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issue 3

23-40

EN

Labor market inflexibility has long been seen as an important factor with a negative influence on European labor markets. The article aims to present factors determining the flexibility of labor markets in OECD countries, with a special focus on “old” EU member states. The analysis covers both a traditional approach to labor market flexibility based on the relationship between real wages and productivity and an approach covering the institutional aspect of labor market flexibility. The first part of the study examines the growth of flexibility in real wages in relation to labor productivity. The authors make use of data applying to 22 OECD countries. Because economic integration took place in stages, the comparison of wage flexibility was made for two periods, 1970-1986 and 1987-2002. In the next part of the study, with the use of a composite labor market flexibility indicator-based on Strahl’s taxonomy-the authors present the diversification of labor market flexibility in EU countries. The eventual flexibility indicator is based on the following four institutional variables: part-time employment, trade union influence, tax system and compensation. The choice of variables for the labor market flexibility indicator was largely determined by limited access to data. Definitive annual figures for the variables in question were only available for the 1998-2003 period for 16 EU countries (EU-15 plus Poland). The study reveals that there is no significant relationship between real wages and labor productivity in most countries in Europe. However, wage flexibility in relation to labor productivity varies considerably from one country to another depending on the analyzed period. This applies to not only highly developed EU countries, but also the Czech Republic, Hungary and Poland. The results of the taxonomy confirm the widespread opinion that Great Britain has the highest labor market flexibility indicator. Denmark, Finland, Belgium and Poland, on the other hand, were classified into a group of countries with the lowest flexibility. Labor market inflexibility in Denmark, Finland and Belgium is additionally confirmed by research conducted by Blanchard and Wolfers (2000) and Dicks and Papadavid (2002).

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Flexibility Of Human Resources In Creating Company's Positive Potential

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Bednarska-Wnuk I.

Equilibrium. Quarterly Journal of Economics and Economic Policy

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2012

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vol. 7

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issue 1

EN

New concepts are more and more frequently applied in improving human resources management. It is the result of dynamic changes in the environment, as well as the necessity of searching for the ‘golden mean’ of managing a company. One of such means in Positive Organizational Scholarship, originating from positive psychology. Its focal points are human beings and their mental well-being, as well as evoking positive emotions in a workplace. The aim of the article is presenting Positive Organizational Scholarship and describing human resources in terms of flexibility as the primary criterion for creating a company’s positive potential. The author, basing on theoretical arguments concludes that it is the flexibility that allows employees to adjust to the current conditions of their environment.

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A society of individuality and flexibility: Disabled people’s fundamental ideas as Japanese diversity management

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Yamashita K.

Wrocławskie Studia Politologiczne

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2015

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vol. 18

160 - 176

EN

In Japan, there is a famous social welfare cooperation that is called “Taiyou no ie,” Japan Sun Industries. It was originally established for disabled people in 1965 by Dr. Nakamura for their integration into society, participation in sports and coordination of self-support. It was definitely a landmark idea in rehabilitation since Japanese society is prone to collectively follow fixed ideas. Nevertheless, Dr. Nakamura tried to introduce individuality and flexibility in order to build up real self-esteem in people with disabilities. Individuality and flexibility were the main differences between the disabled and non-disabled when it comes to surviving in their difficult conditions. Dr. Nakamura was the forerunner of diversity management. After his pioneering work, there are nowadays a number of similar companies and institutions in Japan. Moreover, there are governmental support systems of employment for both the companies and the disabled. Notwithstanding, there is still stagnadtion in employment of disabled people because of insufficient mutual understanding.

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Polska służba celna w procesie podwyższania jakości usług biznesowych

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Grottel M.

International Business and Global Economy

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2014

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vol. Volume 33

712–722

EN

The pursuit of enterprises to achieve economic success in the global market, advanced technologies and innovative methods of management in every area of business, set new directions for the development of service activities of the customs authorities. The aim of this paper is to present the benefits of the implementation of the innovative business services by the Customs Service. Analysis of the reasons of implementation of the modern forms of customs services and characteristics of individual solutions allow to conclude that the flexibility of customs clearance is a source of significant commercial and financial benefits for operators on the international market, and, thereby, an important determinant of the growth of their competitiveness. Moreover, the simplified system of the customs clearances increases the efficiency of the billing and collection of customs duties, thus ensuring regular revenue for the state budget. In this paper, following research methods were used: a descriptive method, an analysis of literature, and statistical inference.

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The Progression of Flexible Forms of Employment in Poland and Other Countries of the European Union

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Puzio-Wacławik B.

Argumenta Oeconomica Cracoviensia

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2011

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issue 7

121-137

EN

The article discusses the flexible labour market, with particular emphasis on the application of unusual employment contracts. Flexible forms of employment are detailed by the Polish labour code, many of which, however, are still not used widely. This may be attributed to employers lacking information on the topic, as well as employees’ concerns about job security. While unusual employment contracts result in individuals earning less social security, more people are able to secure employment. Fixed-term contracts are the most commonly used form of unusual employment. They enable work from home thanks to the use of IT. This type of unusual employment is used still to a minor degree, but represents the future for many occupations and types of production and services. It has therefore been focused on here to a larger extent.

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When Is a Cognitive System Flexible? The Variability–Stability–Flexibility Pattern on the Way to Novel Solutions

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Ionescu T.

Avant

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2017

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vol. 8

EN

Creativity and flexibility are considered by many to be inextricably linked. However, the current literature does not offer a clear view about their relationship and flexibility is not a unitary construct in psychological research. In this work, I present a new theoretical approach that considers flexibility a recurrent property in and of the cognitive system and I argue that flexibility is best understood as a link in the variability–stability–flexibility pattern. Investigating this pattern and looking at the dynamic flow from variability to stability and then to flexibility in the functioning of the cognitive system can lead us to better grasp how the system arrives at novel solutions in creative problem solving.

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Innowacyjność jako niezbędna cecha zwinnego przedsiębiorstwa

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Sajdak M.

Nauki o Zarządzaniu

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2013

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issue 1(14)

69-79

EN

The character of this article is definitely review and studious, focused on the influence of innovation on the conception of an agile company. The theoretical part presents the essence of the agility concept and the attributes of an agile company, with a special focus on agile competences allowing the implementation of the concept into various areas of a company. The review of empirical studies proved a vital role of the tools allowing the companies to implement innovative products and organizational solutions owing to which a faster, more flexible and competent reaction to unexpected changes may occur. Numerous authors emphasize the key role of the possibilities of an integrated IT system with their inestimable influence on product innovations and innovative processes.

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Dilemmas of human potential management, from the viewpoint of employment security

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Bodak A., Cierniak-Emerych A., Gableta M., Pietroń-Pyszczek A., Piwowar-Sulej K.

Management

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2016

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vol. 20

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issue 1

8-26

EN

In this study - based on the result of own and others empirical research, regarding conditions of person’s functioning in the process of work during the last decade of 2000’s - an attempt of indicating dilemmas connected with shaping of employment security has been made. The field of study was approached not only from the perspective of employees and employers, but also with the intent of showing the diversity of solutions adopted in this area The results of presented research have confirmed the validity of solutions postulated by science, in relation to the results of monitoring of the turbulent economic environment and the progressing changes in employees’ expectations

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Agility Versus Flexibility? The Perception of Business Model Maturity in Agricultural Machinery Sector Manufacturing Companies

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Nogalski B., Niewiadomski P., Szpitter A.

Central European Management Journal

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2020

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vol. 28(3)

EN

Purpose: The fundamental objective of this article is to discern whether business model maturity is perceived through the prism of the ability to deal with unexpected challenges, overcome unprecedented threats, and use emerging business opportunities (agility) or – perhaps – more as a feature of the organization, which makes a business model less vulnerable to unpredictable external changes or sets it in a better position to make it respond effectively to these changes (flexibility). Methodology: The reconnaissance of opinions requires the creation of a catalog of desiderata that significantly identify agility and flexibility. Theoretical and design layers will use a method of reconstruction and interpretation of the subject literature supported by a discussion within a group of deliberately selected experts. This will be reflected in a set of parameters, on the one hand, characteristic of the categories of agility and flexibility and, on the other hand, reflecting business model maturity. Findings: The conducted research allows us to state that mature business models – as implemented by the surveyed companies – are perceived rather through the prism of the strategic ability of enterprises to quickly adapt to unforeseen and sudden changes on the market (agility category). Originality: The article includes not only academic postulates of agility or flexibility but also practical tips that enable constructing guidelines for decision-makers and managers of the agricultural machinery sector. The study carries a charge of a theoretical and empirical study. It takes into account knowledge and expert experience.

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The Effects of Pilates Exercises on Some Elements of Physical Fitness and Body Composition

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Lipko-Kowalska M.

Studia Periegetica

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2016

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vol. 16(2)

183-192

EN

The primary goal of this paper is to assess the effects of Pilates exercises on some elements of physical fitness, such as flexibility, trunk muscle strength, general balance, and body composition during a 6-month observation period. The experimental method was used in the study. The variables were verified using selected elements of an internationally used test called “Eurofit” for adults, namely, trunk muscle strength, flexibility, and general balance. The study was comprised of 17 women with an average age of 50.65±13.74, who met the inclusion criteria. Average study results show that class participants made the greatest progress with regard to flexibility and trunk muscle strength. The study results show that Pilates classes are an effective training method, especially as far as improving flexibility and trunk muscle strength is concerned.

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The Good Life and the Ideal of Flexibility

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Šulavíková B.

Human Affairs

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2008

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vol. 18

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issue 2

161-170

EN

The author focuses on the issue of the "good life" in relation to a strong ideal of flexibility that operates in contemporary western culture. The era we live in may be called a "continuous stream of innovations" and can be characterized by a fundamental requirement "to adapt flexibly and cope with the new". The need for such flexibility is mentally and physically demanding; the demands also mark the approach to values, the ideas of the good life and the project of the paths in life. Contemporary people in western civilization are exposed to the pressure of modern culture that has caused problems in the past decades as a result of the incompatibility of its fragmentary value systems. People today apply their abilities in a never-ending whirl of activities and effort where there is no more space available for becoming aware of and for perceiving the deeper meaning of and formulating their specific ideal of the good life.

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Elastyczność regulacji zobowiązania podatkowego a umowy cywilnoprawne

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Borszowski P.

Wrocławsko-Lwowskie Zeszyty Prawnicze

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2014

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vol. 5

259 - 278

EN

The article discusses the problem of creating a flexible adjustment of tax liability. Choosing this option provides a barrier to the regulation of numerous changes in tax law, and will serve to ensure the effective tax law. This is a difficult issue which requires both determining of the sources of flexibility of the tax liability and the assessment of current regulations in this area.

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Enabling Business Model Change: Evidence from High-Technology Firms

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Müller C., Vorbach S.

Journal of Entrepreneurship, Management and Innovation

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2015

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vol. 11

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issue 1

53-75

EN

Companies today face volatile environments, short product life cycles, and changing customer requirements, which is especially the case in high-technology fields. In such environments, concentrating only on technological and product innovations is not sufficient to gain competitive advantages. Instead, companies need innovative business models in order to stand out from their competitors. To successfully change business models, companies require appropriate competencies. Thus, the objective of this research is to identify how companies can prepare their business model(s) to counteract environmental changes flexibly. With the aid of the chosen exploratory, qualitative research design, we investigate companies operating in hightechnology branches. In total, 20 companies participated in our study. The interviews were conducted with CEOs, vice-presidents, product managers or other managers responsible for business model developments. The research revealed that companies can prepare the business model and its elements ex ante through developing capabilities in order to raise the flexibility of the business model. These capabilities have to be developed with regard to several internal and external issues driving these changes.

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Rola flexicurity w godzeniu życia zawodowego z rodzinnym

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Durasiewicz A.

Wrocławskie Studia Politologiczne

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2013

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vol. 15

18 - 37

EN

The aim of the article is to present the concept of flexicurity and its role in reconciling work and family life. In connection with the above factors hindering reconciliation of work and family life and the factors that facilitate the reconciliation of work and private life in accordance with the concept of flexicurity were presented. Measures to mitigate the conflict between professional work and care, thus reducing the differences between women and men in the labour market, are both instruments traditionally included to the area of family policy, labor market policy and all kinds of solutions increasing gender equality in an occupational and family and caring dimension. The article concludes with a summary presenting a policy-mix system as a determinant of the development of the Polish model of flexicurity.

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Organizational Flexibility, Employee Security, and Organizational Efficiency – a Case Study of Slovenian Public and Private Sector Organizations

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Kozjek T., Ferjan M.

Organizacija

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2015

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vol. 48

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issue 1

3-21

EN

Background: Literature defines different types of flexibility and security with regard to work. Regardless of which type of flexibility or security is discussed, the consequences for individuals, organizations or employers and society are significant. Purpose: The purpose of the research was to compare and analyse the correlation between the different types of flexibility and security in work and organizational efficiency. Methodology: Data was gathered using the Computer-Assisted Web Interview (CAWI) method. A link to an online questionnaire was e-mailed to randomly selected organisations across all economic sectors in Slovenia that had a published e-mail address, either in business directories or on a company website. We asked them to forward our e-mail to their employees. The correlation between different variables was used for data analysis. Results: The results of our research show that there is a low positive level of correlation between different types of flexibility and security in the context of work and also between different types of flexibility in work and organizational efficiency. The correlation between different types of security in work and organizational efficiency is positive and medium strong. Conclusion: It is recommended that the legislators be aware of the importance of their correlation with organizational efficiency when preparing legislative amendments regarding introduction of the flexibility and security in the field of work.

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Marital life and family adjustment to multiple sclerosis

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Treder-Rochna N.

Polish Psychological Bulletin

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2020

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vol. 51

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issue 2

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