Psychology Librarian
When to Use Websites/Google
If you're looking for professional information, you could search Google or check out some of the websites listed below. The main thing to keep in mind is that you need to evaluate any website you find for credibility - see Selecting Sources for more information.
Professional or trade sources are usually written by practitioners in a field, and tend to cover trends, news, and practical applications. These sources are typically not trying to present new theories or research - they focus on delivering information practitioners can apply to their work.
Recommended Websites
This is by no means an exhaustive list - just a suggestion on where you could start.
Searching for Websites
While searching, you can tell Google to only look for specific site domains.
- If you're looking for government agencies, add site:.gov to your search.
- For non-profits, add site:.org
Keep in mind that a domain is not automatically an indication of the information quality - you can find good information on a .com website or bad information on a .org website. It's up to you to evaluate what you find before deciding if it's worth using.
