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Family and Human Services

A guide to assist Washburn University family and human services students and faculty with their library research.

Family and Human Services Databases

Below is a link to all the Family and Human Services subject-specific databases which can help you focus your search results. Your search will probably result in hundreds of articles so remember that you will need to narrow your topic. Each database has its own method for doing this so look carefully.

Other Subject-Specific Databases

Though the databases below aren't specifically formulated for family and human services, they cater toward subjects that relate to the field, such as social work and criminal justice. These databases are good places to start your search for articles on various aspects of family and human services.

Scholarly Publications

A procedure known as peer reviewing is often implemented before an article is published in a scholarly journal. This method of review guarantees the quality of the resource. Articles contained in such journals are inscribed by researchers, scholars, and professionals in a specific field.