Welcome to the Psychology Research guide! Here you will find guidance on information sources and search strategies for library research in psychology. Use the tabs at the side of the page to navigate through the guide and feel free to contact me if you have any questions!
GETTING STARTED
Understanding your assignment
Developing a topic
DEVELOP A STRATEGY
Brainstorming keywords
GATHERING INFORMATION
Finding and evaluating information
PRODUCING A FINAL PRODUCT
To learn more visit https://libguides.salemstate.edu/researchprocess
| What you need... | Resource to go to... |
| Basic facts, names, dates, definitions, topic overview |
Reference resources like encyclopedias; reliable websites |
| Current information, written for the general public | Newspapers; Magazines |
| In depth info on a topic | Books |
| Original materials created at same time as event | Primary sources (diaries; speech; interviews; news footage, etc.) |
| Detailed analysis of a topic/question/problem written for professionals in a particular field | Scholarly journal articles |
News from the APA
Phone Numbers:
Archives: 978-542-6781
Circulation & Reserves: 978-542-6368
Interlibrary Loan: 978-542-6501 Fax: 978-542-6596
Library Help Desk: 978-542-6766
Book Return Locations:
Library Help Desk
North Campus, book drop outside library's quad entrance & College Drive entrance
