Psychology is the study of the mind and behavior. Psychologists seek to understand, predict, and influence behavior on a wide range of issues that affect human functioning.
In this guide you will find a list of recommend resources which encompass print and electronic library resources as well as resources from the open web. Since research in psychology may involve other disciplines (such as education) you may need to consult resources and study guides for those fields as well.
This guide only scratches the surface of the resources that are available so please don't hesitate to consult with a librarian for additional support. You can make an appointment with a librarian here: https://washjeff.libcal.com/appointments?lid=6461&g=14670.
Consulting reference sources at the beginning of your research will help you become more comfortable with topics you're unfamiliar with. Reference sources are written at a level that is accessible to all researchers and help you identify keywords, people, events, organizations, or dates that can be useful when you start to delve deeper into your research. Here are some reference sources to get you started.
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