Research Guides: Psychology: General Reference

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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.

Online Psychology Reference Resources

CREDO Reference
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International Encyclopedia of the Social Sciences
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Oxford Handbooks Online
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Science Reference Center (EBSCO)
The Science Reference Center database contains full text for nearly 640 science encyclopedias, reference books, periodicals, etc. Topics covered include: biology, chemistry, earth & space science, environmental science, health & medicine, history of science, life science, physics, science & society, science as inquiry, scientists, technology and wildlife.

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Graduate Study in Psychology, 2015 Edition by American Psychological Association
Call Number: REF BF77 .G73 2015

ISBN: 9781433812200

Publication Date: 2015
ALA Guide to Sociology & Psychology Reference by American Library Association
Call Number: REF HM585 .A53 2011

ISBN: 9780838910252

Publication Date: 2011
Mass Trauma and Emotional Healing Around the World by Edited by Ani Kalayjian; Dominique Eugene
Call Number: REF BF789.D5 M38 2010

ISBN: 9780313375408

Publication Date: 2010
The Encyclopedia of Positive Psychology by Edited by Shane J. Lopez
Call Number: REF BF204.6 .E53 2009

ISBN: 9781405161251

Publication Date: 2009
Encyclopedia of Consciousness by Edited by William P. Banks
Call Number: REF BF311 .E53 2009

ISBN: 9780123738646

Publication Date: 2009

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