Research Guides: Psychology: Handbooks and Guides

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Reference sources can provide you with valuable information such as:

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They are an excellent way to begin your research by allowing you to become familiar with the topic in preparation to choose the best articles, books, and additional resources.

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Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) by American Psychiatric Association Staff; Carolyn Kernberger
Call Number: REF RC455.2 .C4 D54 2013

ISBN: 9780890425541

Publication Date: 2013
ALA Guide to Sociology & Psychology Reference by American Library Association
Call Number: REF HM585 .A53 2011

ISBN: 0838910254

Publication Date: 2011
Handbook of Social Psychology by Susan T. Fiske, Daniel T. Gilbert, & Gardner Lindzey
Call Number: REF HM1011 .H37 2010 (2 vols.)

ISBN: 0470137479

Publication Date: 2010
Concise Handbook of Psychoactive Herbs: Medicinal Herbs for Treating Psychological and Neurological Problems by Marcello Spinella
Call Number: REF RM315 .S655 2005

ISBN: 0789018586

Publication Date: 2005

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