Psychology Research Guide

Psychology Related & Multidisciplinary Databases

Peer-reviewed Empirical Articles (video, 3.01 min.)
This APA video defines empirical articles found in peer-reviewed journals. A transcript is available on YouTube.

How to find empirical articles in the PsycINFO (also called APA PsycINFO) database:
1) Access the PsycINFO database.
2) In the default Advanced Search page, look for the Methodology filter, and select Empirical Study from the menu options.
3) In the search box, type your keywords, or use subject headings. Run the search.

How to find empirical articles in the PsycNET databases (does not include the PsycINFO database):
1) Access the PscyNET databases.
2) Type your keywords, or use subject headings. Then, run your search.
3) In the Results page, look for the Methodology filter, and select Empirical Study.