This is a research guide created by College of San Mateo Library librarians to help students with research in the area of psychology. It provides tools, resources, and tips for getting started researching this topic.
Start searching these databases with simple words and concepts, then move to more complex terms to narrow your searches. If you need help, don't hesitate to reach out to a librarian using chat.
This database supports research in all fields of psychology: abnormal, biological, cognitive, comparative, developmental, personality, quantitative, social, and all areas of applied psychology.
Access to the full text of nearly 80 APA journals in psychology, behavioral science and related fields ranging from education, to nursing, to business, to neuroscience.
Covers topics such as emotional and behavioral characteristics, psychiatry & psychology, mental processes, anthropology, and observational & experimental methods. The database contains more than 560 full-text journals.
Not sure where to start?
Try browsing some journals and publications by clicking the button below. Once you find an interesting title, use the catalog tools to view the table of contents or search within a publication.