Psychology Resources : Reverse Citation Search

Be Smart and Save Time!

Do not use sentences to search for information. Try using keywords and phrases.

Before you search a research database, think about alternative search terms (e.g. adolescents, youth, and young adults).

Keep notes on the research databases and the keywords you have used.

Use Boolean operators (AND, OR, NOT) and quotes are helpful when your search terms include a phrase (e.g. "heart disaease").

Reverse citation searching aids in the identification of relevant and related articles when looking for the impact of a classic, important or modern article. Use the tutorials as a guide to help get you started.