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Human Services Research Guide

Sources and information for research in Human Services.

Which database should I use?

There are a large number of databases available, each one different from another in a variety of ways. They may have very different search features and options. Some databases are subject specific while others cover a more general, broad-based range of subject areas. They may provide full online access to some or all of the items (article, book, video, etc.), or they may provide only an abstract or partial clip, or just list the item's citation information.

SocIndex with Full Text, PsycINFO and PsycARTICLES are great databases to start with for just about any human services topic. The other databases are additional resources you may use depending on your topic. 

Databases: Human Services

Additional Databases: Human Services