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

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