LibGuides: Psychology: Find Background Information

Reference E-Books

A selection of reference books (encyclopedias, dictionaries, etc) available electronically. More available by searching the library catalog, or asking a librarian!

A Dictionary of Psychology
This dictionary covers all branches of psychology including cognition, sensation and perception, emotion and motivation, learning and skills, language, mental disorder, and research methods. Includes illustrations and lists of commonly used abbreviations and symbols, as well as of phobias and phobic stimuli, with definitions

APA Handbooks of Psychology
Several handbooks from the American Psychological Association. Browse by topic or search for a particular title

Corsini Encyclopedia of Psychology, 4th ed
Coverage of every major area of psychology, including behavioral sciences and complete coverage of DSM disorders

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Extensive Coverage Includes:

-Biological psychology and neuroscience.
-DSM diagnoses and psychopathological conditions.
-Psychological and psychopharmacological treatment methods.
-Psychological tests, scales, and assessment methods.
-Developmental processes.
-Research methods and statistical procedures.
-Psychological societies and organizations.
-Psychology from around the world.
-Biographical entries on over 600 influential psychologists.

Streaming Video

Obedience (Milgram Experiment)
Film of the famous social experiment, featuring the research of social psychologist Stanley Milgram.
Counseling & Therapy in Video
Streaming video collection for the study of social work, psychotherapy, psychology, and counseling.

Volumes I - V. Includes Counseling Sessions and Demonstrations; Consultations; Lectures, presentations, and interviews; Teaching and Discussion Guides. Transcripts are included.