Language
English
Publication Date
1-1-2026
Journal
Medical Reference Services Quarterly
DOI
10.1080/02763869.2026.2619781
PMID
41607349
Abstract
PsycInfo is a foundational database for evidence-based behavioral health literature, which makes it an essential tool for health sciences librarians. This column provides a comprehensive comparison of PsycInfo on Ovid and EBSCO platforms. It offers a foundational overview for new librarians, guiding them through essential functionalities and navigation. The article also helps librarians evaluate potential database acquisitions by highlighting the distinct features and search capabilities of each interface. This comparison aims to equip health sciences librarians with the knowledge to optimize search strategies and inform strategic purchasing decisions.
Keywords
Humans, Information Storage and Retrieval, Libraries, Medical, User-Computer Interface, Database comparison, EBSCO, MEDLINE, Ovid, PsycInfo, evidence-based practice, information retrieval, search strategies, user experience
Published Open-Access
yes
Recommended Citation
Sandra Yvette Desjardins and Jamie Quinn, "PsycInfo platforms: a tale of two interfaces (Ovid vs EBSCO)" (2026). Library Staff Publications. 108.
https://digitalcommons.library.tmc.edu/library_docs/108