Need help choosing which database to search? This table shows you the differences between the three core databases in psychiatry and mental health.
Database | Subject coverage | Publication types included | Dates covered |
MEDLINE/PubMed | Largest biomedical database essential for health care research | Journal articles, editorials | 1946 to present |
EMBASE | European coverage in biomedicine, pharmacology | Journal articles, editorials, conferences | 1947 to present |
PsycInfo | Excellent resource for research on psychological, social, behavioural and mental health questions | Journal articles, books, book chapters | 1806 to present |
You might find these additional databases useful for your research.
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