Living Near a Hazardous Waste Facility: Coping with Individual and Family Distress
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Psychology
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Residents near a hazardous waste facility were interviewed about their level of distress and their involvement in a community organization concerned about toxic exposure. Specific beliefs about living near such a facility were related to individual and family distress and to participation in the organization. Implications for research and for clinical practice are discussed.
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