LibGuides: Psychology Resources: Online Resources

Online Resources

American Institute of Stress
The American Institute of Stress is a non profit organization established in 1978 that serves as a clearinghouse for information on all stress related subjects.
American Psychological Association
includes news, research, and information about the organization
APS -- Association for Psychological Science
ChildStats.gov
Statistics on children and families reported from various Federal Agencies.
Directory of Open Access Journals – Psychology
Open access professional psychology journal articles
Maine Department of Health and Human Services
Maine Department of Health and Human Services -- Behavioral Health
This site provides links to resources dealing with the behavioral health of adults and children in Maine.
Mental Health America
a leading non-profit organization providing support and education
Mental Health Information Network
an educational site hosted by Boston University Medical Center
National Institute of Mental Health
a Federal Government site that includes health topics, statistics, current research and clinical trials
Psych Central
a commercial mental health network
Social Psychology Network
resources covering various topics including gender resources, social and interpersonal psychology
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Psychological Organizations and Conferences
What's new with the DSM 5
Handy outline of new content added to the DSM 5
Writing in Psychology
tips for writing psychology papers from the Allegheny College Psychology Department

Crash Course: Psychology
entire series - 41 videos
The Brain
This series offers 32 video modules ranging in length from 5-20 minutes. Topics covered include: "extensive footage and research into the inner workings of this amazing human organ, including findings on Alzheimer's disease, schizophrenia, autism, Parkinson's disease, and many other topics."
Discovering Psychology: Updated Edition
Discovering Psychology is produced by Annenberg CPB. This 26 episode video resource introduces students to introductory psychology concepts in half hour long segments.
Sext up Kids
video available on reserve in the library HQ 784.S45 .S498 2012
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The World of Abnormal Psychology
This instructional video series from Annenberg CPB introduces students to concepts in abnormal psychology in 13 half our long programs.

Open Educational Resources (OER) are free online materials that anyone can access anytime.

Boundless Psychology
OER Psychology book formerly from Lumen Learning - works with PSY 101
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Archived Version - can not download & no longer updated.
Introduction to Psychology - Course
"Comprehensive coverage of core concepts grounded in both classic studies and current and emerging research, including coverage of the DSM-5 in discussions of psychological disorders. Incorporates discussions that reflect the diversity within the discipline, as well as the diversity of cultures and communities across the globe." - works with PSY 101