The following is a series of quality, annotated resources which have
proved very helpful to those wishing to commence research into a particular area of
psychology. For convenience, I have grouped the sites into numerous categories, and have
listed the sites in alphabetical order. (Hint: To find specific terms,
click on the subject category and then use the "Find" feature in your web
browser. Please note also that this is
actually a two-page document, even though it looks like a one-page document.) In order to expand your online searching, I urge you to consult also the various
online categorical directories, search engines, and abstracts databases
listed on this page.
As I come across other helpful sites, I will add their addresses to this list.
If before I do you notice that any of the links are dead (or, worse yet, that
these sites require a fee!), please send me a me a
short note.
Best of luck during your searching!
CAUTION:
The information provided by the following sites is for educational purposes only and does
not replace discussions with and/or diagnoses by appropriate healthcare providers. If you
or someone you know is experiencing difficulties of a psychological nature, see your
family physician (alternatively, see my Associations links,
which will provide phone numbers of organisations that will be glad to direct you to the
appropriate resources).
[ General Psychology & Mental Health | History & Philosophy of Psychology ]
[ Research Method and Statistics ]
[ Child Development, Parenting, Ageing | Self
& Personality | Social Psychology ]
[ Intelligence | Sex and Gender
| Disorders, Addictions, Diseases ]
[ Conditioning, Learning | Perception | Cognition,
Language | Physiology ]
[ Psychotherapy | Psychoanalysis
| Pharmacotherapy ]
[ Health Psychology | Environmental
Psychology | Industrial/Organisational Psychology
]
[ Community Psychology | Educational & School Psychology | Forensic Psychology ]
[ Career and Vocational Psychology | Sports Psychology ]
[ Interdisciplinary Psychology | Critical Psychology ]
[ Professional Associations | Non-Professional Associations | Government ]
[ Social Service | Distress
& Outreach | Miscellaneous ]
[ General Reference |
Search Engines & Directories | Telephone & E-mail
Directories ]
About.com Mental Health Links
http://mentalhealth.about.com
This is an excellent listing of online psychology and mental health resources. The site
also offers special feature articles.
AllPsych: The Virtual Psychology Classroom (Christopher L. Heffner, Ph.D)
http://allpsych.com
Fabulous resource for those wanting a well-written brief introduction to the main areas of psychology. Includes: 10-chapter online introductory psychology
textbook, 12-chapter synopsis of personality theories, biographies, psychology
dictionary with over 400 terms, 5-part statistics primer, brief guide to all psychiatric disorders, a psychotherapy factsheet, psychology news, bibliographies
and links to online resources, psychology forums
(including student forums), information on psychology careers, and psychology puzzles and games.
American Medical Association
http://www.ama-assn.org
AMA is the largest association of physicians in the US. The site offers wealth of
information on various health matters, as well as links to other online resources. Also
provided are selected full-text articles and tables of contents from AMA's flagship
journal, JAMA.
AMA Science News Update
http://pubs.ama-assn.org
Weekly news from JAMA and AMA's Archives
journals, including Archives of General Psychiatry and Archives of Neurology.
APA Psychiatry News
http://pn.psychiatryonline.org
This site from the American Psychiatric Association provides timely news from the field of
psychiatry. Should this link not function, visit APA's site, http://www.psych.org, and locate the News from
the Site Map.
American Psychological Association
http://www.apa.org
APA is the largest scientific and professional organisation representing psychology in the
United States and Canada, and the world's largest association of psychologists. The site
presents various articles on psychology and mental health issues, as well as the latest
developments in research.
APA Monitor on Psychology
http://www.apa.org/monitor
The American Psychological Association's flagship newspaper, with news from the field of
psychology, research briefs, discussion of issues, event listings, etc.
APA PsycARTICLES Full-Text Article Database
(American Psychological Association)
http://www.apa.org/psycarticles/ (for APA
members) and http://www.psycinfo.com/psycarticles/
(for general public)
"PsycARTICLES is an online database containing more than 27,500 searchable full-text
articles from 49 peer reviewed journals published by APA and allied organizations from
1988 to the present, with earlier years in production. The PsycARTICLES database covers
general psychology and specialized basic, applied, clinical, and theoretical research in
psychology." Please note that you must pay for each article.
APA PsychCrawler
http://www.psychcrawler.com
This is the American Psychological Association's free, specialised search engine for
online psychology resources.
APA PsycINFO Direct
(American Psychological Association)
http://www.psycinfo.com
PsycINFO is the world's largest database of abstracts of psychology-related research and
literature. When you need to access to psychological research and studies, this is the
place to go. Please note, this is a pay-per-use public version of PsycINFO.
APA PsycPORT
http://www.psycport.com
This free service from the American Psychological Association provides up-to-the-minute
news in the field of psychology.
At Health.com
http://www.athealth.com
This is a large library of mental health articles, as well as listing of over 3,500 mental
health resources (with online links to many of them).
BehaveNet Psychology Glossaries
http://www.behavenet.com (Click on appropriate link
under "Clinical Capsules")
Excellent glossaries in each of the following areas: addictions and recovery;
chronobiology; disorders and diagnosis; Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental
Disorders (DSM); drugs; EEG; eponyms; forensic; HIPAA; memory; notable people;
psychopharmacology; psychopathology; sleep disorders and polysomnography; and third party
reimbursement. Also includes glossaries for each of the following psychotherapies:
Adlerian (individual), cognitive-behavioural (CBT), eye-movement desensitisation (EMDR),
family, Gestalt, internal family systems, Jungian, narrative, and transactional analysis
(TA).
Canadian Medical Association
http://www.cma.ca
The CMA is the largest association of physicians in Canada. This site offers a good
listing of online medical resources.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
http://www.cdc.gov
The CDC is one of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Service's largest agencies. Its
mission is "to promote health and quality of life by preventing and controlling
disease, injury, and disability." This website provides information about the CDC,
general health, disease and disease prevention. It also provides a vast quantity of health
and social welfare statistics.
Columbia University's Health Education Program: Alice
http://www.alice.columbia.edu
This is a superb collection of all types of health questions and detailed answers from
Columbia University Health Services. Alice is one of the most popular university health
service websites on the Internet.
David Chalmers's Consciousness Page
(David Chalmers, Ph.D., University of Arizona)
http://www.u.arizona.edu/~chalmers
Features papers, bibliographies, and resources on the philosophy and psychology of
consciousness.
Glossary of Words and Terms in Psychology
(Jacob L. Driesen, Ph.D., Neuropsychology, Medical Psychology, and Psychology Resources
Site)
http://www.driesen.com
Extensive glossary of general and specialised psychology terms. Find the glossary from the
pull-down menu on the front page. Also contains wonderful neuropsychology illustrations,
information on psychotropic drugs (mechanisms of action, interactions, and adverse
effects), and news related to mental disorders.
Harvard World Health News
(Harvard School of Public Health)
http://www.WorldHealthNews.harvard.edu
A regularly-updated digest of public health issues from around the world.
Health AtoZ
http://www.healthAtoZ.com
Health AtoZ is an excellent search engine for topics in health and medicine. You may
search by keyword, or through topical categories.
Health Canada Online
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca
Offers an excellent compilation of information on all aspects of health. In both English
and French.
Healthfinder.gov
(from United States Department of Health and Human Services)
http://www.healthfinder.gov
This is a search engine for topics in health. The site also offers latest health news,
including government health news. You may search by keyword or topical category.
Humanistic Psychology on the Web
(Association for Humanistic Psychology)
http://www.saybrook.edu/app/lib/humanisticweb.html
A repository of over 200 high-quality websites related to all areas of humanistic
psychology, including humanistic personality development and humanistic psychotherapy. 20
new entries added each week.
Interactive Testing in Psychiatry (ITP)
(Benjamin J. Sadock, Waguih William IsHak, and Norman Sussman,
NYU School of Medicine, Dept. of Psychiatry)
http://www.med.nyu.edu/Psych/itp.html
Gives psychiatrists and psychiatry students an opportunity to test their knowledge by
through 7 modules consisting of various board-style questions with annotated answers.
Mayo Clinic Health Oasis
http://www.mayohealth.org
Oasis is offered by the Mayo Clinic, one of the world's most famous clinics. It contains a
vast collection of mental health-related articles.
Menninger Clinic Online
http://www.menninger.edu
This famous mental health institute offers a wide variety of mental health articles.
Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy, Seventeenth Edition
http://www.merck.com/pubs/mmanual/
This is the online version of one of the most frequently consulted textbooks in medicine.
Extensive full-text articles cover all areas of medicine, disease, and diagnosis. If this
address does not function, the manual may have been moved, in which case you should try to
locate it at http://www.merck.com/pubs/.
Merck Manual of Medical Information, Home Edition
http://www.merck.com/pubs/mmanual_home/
This is the online version of the Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy's Home
Edition, which presents several portions (both partial and full) of the standard edition
in everyday language. If this address does not function, the manual may have been moved,
in which case you should try to locate it at http://www.merck.com/pubs/.
Merck Manual of Geriatrics, Third Edition
http://www.merck.com/pubs/mm_geriatrics/
Based on the Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy, the online version of this
manual focuses on the medical problems of the elderly. Includes information on nursing
care and pharmacy issues. If this address does not function, the manual may have been
moved, in which case you should try to locate it at http://www.merck.com/pubs/.
Merck Veterinary Manual, Eighth Edition
http://www.merckvetmanual.com
"The single most comprehensive electronic reference for animal care
information...Includes over 12,000 indexed topics and over 1200 illustrations...Addresses
the medical issues of companion, food, and zoo animals. This book includes discussions of
etiology, transmission and pathogenesis, clinical findings and lesions, diagnosis,
treatment, control, and prevention of disease entities.
Mythos & Logos (Brent Dean Robbins, Duquesne University)
http://mythosandlogos.com
A great resource with essays and detailed notes on phenomenological-existential
philosophy and psychology, psychoanalytic thought, psychology and literature, perennial
philosophy, and myth & metaphor. Includes notes on hundreds of theorists, links to
major writings from several of the theorists, and many related online resources.
National Library of Medicine PubMed MedLine Access
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed
Free access to MedLine, the world's largest medical bibliographic database. (If
the above address does not work, simply go to http://www.nlm.nih.gov
and navigate through the menus until you find the PubMed MedLine.)
National Library of Medicine PubMed Central Online Journals
http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov
This site provides an archive (starting about 2 years back) of free, full-text access to
numerous, well-known peer-review life science journals, including: The British Medical
Journal, BMC titles (including BMC Clinical Pharmacology, BMC Geriatrics, BMC
Public Health, BMC Psychiatry), and The Proceedings of the National Academy of
Sciences. (If the above address does not work, simply go to http://www.nlm.nih.gov and navigate through the menus
until you find the PubMed Central.)
National Library of Medicine MEDLINEplus
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus
An excellent site providing access to: articles on health topics; the A.D.A.M.
Illustrated Medical Encyclopedia; numerous medical dictionaries, including a glossary
from the National Library of Medicine and the Merriam-Webster Medical Dictionary;
a drug database from the United States Pharmacopeia; and current health news. (If the
above address does not work, simply go to http://www.nlm.nih.gov
and navigate through the menus until you find MEDLINEplus.)
National Mental Health Services Knowledge Exchange Network
(from United States Department of Health and Human Services)
http://www.mentalhealth.org
Here you will find many mental health-related articles and a listing of other online
resources.
PsychLink
http://www.psychlink.com
PsychLink provides news on all aspects of psychology and mental health. Also provided is a
listing of other online resources.
Psychological Self-Help (Clayton E. Tucker-Ladd, Ph.D)
http://mentalhelp.net/psyhelp/
A very well-written full-length online book covering the following topics: Values and
Morals; Behavior, Motivation, and Self-Control; Stress, Anxiety, Fears, and Psychosomatic
Disorders; Depression and Self-Concept (with info on loneliness); Anger and Aggression;
Dependency and Conformity; Understanding Ourselves and Our Relationships; Dating, Love,
Marriage, and Sex; Methods for Changing Behavior; Methods of Changing Emotions; Methods
for Developing Skills; Methods for Changing Our Thoughts, Attitudes, Self-Concept,
Motivation, Values, and Expectations; and Methods for Gaining Insight Into Ourselves.
Excellent bibliographies included.
Psychology Dictionary (Christopher L. Heffner, Ph.D)
http://allpsych.com/dictionary/index.html
Continually updated dictionary with 400+ terms. The concise descriptions of each term make this a
very useful quick-reference. If this address doesn't
work, go to http://allpsych.com and find the dictionary from the main menus.
Psychology Today Magazine
http://www.psychologytoday.com
Full-text of numerous intriguing articles covering all aspects of popular psychology.
Psychwatch Newsletter
http://www.psychwatch.com
Weekly newsletter of psychology and psychiatry news read by over 14,000 people in 96
countries.
PsychWeb
http://www.psychweb.com
PsychWeb is an excellent categorised compilation of online psychology resources covering
all areas of psychology.
Reuters Health
http://www.reutershealth.com
Comprehensive health and medical news for both general public and clinicians.
Unfortunately, this is fee-based, but worth the cost if you want up-to-the-minute
information.
Scientific American Special Feature Articles
http://www.sciam.com, Under "Feature
Articles"
Detailed review articles on various topics in psychology, including taste, Alzheimer's
disease, learning and memory, narcolepsy, ADHD, neurobiology of depression, mating,
cognition, and animal research.
tom.greening.com: Guide to Humanistic Psychology
(Tom Greening, Ph.D.)
http://www.tom.greening.com
Contains a comprehensive, insightful, wide-ranging essay and guide to humanistic
psychology. Topics include: history of general psychology, self, and clinical psychology;
history and systems of humanistic psychology; graduate education in humanistic psychology;
and contemporary issues from humanistic psychology perspectives. Includes useful
bibliographies. A must-read for all graduate students interested in humanistic psychology
education and training.
United States Department of Health and Human Services
http://www.dhhs.gov
The DHHS's site offers excellent compilation of information on all aspects of health, as
well as the latest government health news and links to other online resources.
United States Surgeon General
http://www.surgeongeneral.gov
The Surgeon General is the United States' leading spokesperson on public health matters.
This website provides information on the Surgeon General's duties, as well as a library of
Surgeon General Reports on physical and mental health matters, conference and workshop
reports and proceedings, speeches, and other publications.
United States Surgeon General: Report on Mental Health
http://www.surgeongeneral.gov/library/mentalhealth
The 51st Report of the Surgeon General is an exhaustive review of the research on mental
health and mental illness. The report, reviewing 3,000 academic studies, highlights the
prevalence of mental illness in the United States, and states that financial cost and
stigma are two of the main barriers preventing citizens from seeking treatment. This is an
excellent seminal report. If this address does not function, the Report may have been
moved, in which case you should go to http://www.surgeongeneral.gov
and try locating it under the Library section.
University of Illinois: Urbana-Champaign Counseling Center
http://www.odos.uiuc.edu/Counseling_Center/
The Center publishes a series of brief, informative articles on various aspects of
emotional well-being. The articles are geared to college students, but are applicable to
everyone. (If this address does not work, go to http://www.uiuc.edu
and navigate through the Student Services menus until you find the Counseling Center page.
Alternatively, visit the university's site map or find the Center through their online
search page.).
World Health Organisation
http://www.who.org
Other Resources
In addition to consulting the various online indexes, search
engines, and abstracts databases listed on this page, you should consult the websites
of college and university counselling centres. Many of them contain very informative
electronic brochures on a variety of mental health topics. Yahoo (http://www.yahoo.com) maintains an extensive list of
college and university websites.
Bibliomania: Psychology Texts and Study Guides
http://www.bibliomania.com
This online project offers free, full-text access to nearly 2000 classical literary and
reference texts. So far of interest to psychologists: full-text of Freud's The
Interpretation of Dreams and study guides for numerous of his famous works. Also
included are useful study guides for the following: Darwin's On the Origin of Species;
Dawkins's The Selfish Gene; psychoanalytic literary criticism; phenomenology and
New Historicism; and deconstruction.
Biographies of Major Figures in Psychology (Christopher L. Heffner, Ph.D)
http://allpsych.com/biographies/index.html
Short biographies on some of the most influential people in the field of psychology. If this address doesn't
work, go to http://allpsych.com and find the biographies from the main menus.
Peter R. Breggin, MD, on the Dangers of Psychiatry and Psychiatric Drugs
http://www.breggin.com
The author of Talking Back to Prozac and Toxic Psychiatry, Breggin gives us a powerful critique of
of modern psychiatry and informs us of the dangers of psychiatric drugs, electroshock, psychosurgery, involuntary treatment, and the biological theories of
psychiatry. I think Breggin is a crucial figure in the history of
psychology/psychiatry. This site has a plethora of information on the above topics, including articles, summaries of studies, court briefings,
and current news. Super site!
Center for Advanced Research in Phenomenology
http://www.phenomenologycenter.org
Many perspectives in psychology are based on the philosophical perspective of phenomenology. Phenomenology stresses
the importance of the individual's subjective experience and involves the systematic study of individual consciousness
from a first-person perspective. This site has some helpful links, but it is overdue for maintenance. I anticipate it will
get better.
Center for Dewey Studies
(Southern Illinois University at Carbondale)
http://www.siu.edu/~deweyctr/
The internationally-known Center collects and edits works of and about Dewey's life,
philosophies, and teachings. Included on the site are information on the Center's
collection, as well as an extremely thorough and detailed Dewey chronology.
Classics in the History of Psychology
(Christopher D. Green, Ph.D., York University)
http://psychclassics.yorku.ca
A wonderful collection of classic treatises in psychology. You will find full-text books
and essays by Aristotle, Ebbinghaus, Freud, Jung, Skinner, Tolman, Rogers, and many
others! Includes full text of James's Principles of Psychology. (If this address
does not work, go to http://www.yorku.ca and navigate
through the Psychology Department menus until you find a listing for this page.
Alternatively, visit the university's site map or find the page through their online
search page.).
Counterbalance Foundation: New Views on Complex Issues
http://www.counterbalance.org
Nonprofit organisation devoted to promoting a balanced perspective on complex issues in science, philosophy,
religion, and ethics. Includes articles and video clips of entire lectures on issues/debates in psychology, neuroscience, evolution, genetics, biomedicine, and much more. Also includes an
extensive dictionary of terms and famous names related to controversial ideas.
Viktor Daniels' Home Page on Existentialism and Phenomenology, and
Psychology in Greek Philosophy (Sonoma State University)
http://www.sonoma.edu/people/daniels/
or http://www.sonoma.edu/users/d/daniels/
Features notes and resources on existentialism and phenomenology (two philosophical
precursors of humanistic and existential psychologies) as well as a great (and long!)
essay on psychology in Greek philosophy.
Database of Dates and Events in Psychology
(Warren R. Street, Central Washington University)
http://www.cwu.edu/~warren/today.html
A fully searchable collection of dates and briefs descriptions of over 3100 events in the history of psychology.
John Dewey and the Alexander Technique
(Alexander Technique Center of Washington, D.C.)
http://www.alexandercenter.com
Under the John Dewey section of this site are articles and essays about the philosopher-
educator John Dewey and his thoughts on F.M. Alexander's "Alexander Technique".
Some are written by Dewey himself.
The John Dewey Society for the Study of Education and Culture
http://cuip.uchicago.edu/jds/
Founded in 1935, The Society "exists to keep alive John Dewey's commitment to the use
of critical and reflective intelligence in the search for solutions to crucial problems in
education and culture." The Society publishes two journals: Education and
Culture: The Journal of the John Dewey Society and Insights. The Links
section provides a good listing of online Dewey resources, including full text of some of
his works.
Dictionary of the Philosophy of Mind
(Washington University, St. Louis)
http://www.artsci.wustl.edu/~philos/MindDict/
Very useful quick-reference guide providing brief descriptions of various
psychology-related philosophical terms.
Historic Asylums of America
http://www.darkspire.org/asylums/
Everything you ever wanted to know about American asylums. Includes detailed descriptions
of individual institutions.
The History of Phrenology
(John van Wyhe, Ph.D., University of Cambridge)
http://pages.britishlibrary.net/phrenology/
A fantastic site detailing the history of phrenology. Includes great images!
Human Nature.com
http://www.human-nature.com
A wide-ranging site attempting to bring together ideas and research on human nature from a
multitude of disciplines, including psychology, psychiatry, neuropsychology,
psychodynamics, narrative, evolutionary psychology, biology, sociobiology, philosophy,
hermeneutics, etc. Includes articles, book selections and reviews, e-mail list and forum
archives, reviews of disciplines and issues, and full text of several classic books,
including books by Darwin, Descartes' Discourse on the Method, James's The
Varieties of Religious Experience, and White's Warfare of Science with Theology.
Institute for Psychohistory
http://www.psychohistory.com
Information on the field of psychohistory and the Institute, along with various
psychohistory essays, including several from the 25-year-old Journal of Psychohistory.
International Erich Fromm Society
http://www.erichfromm.org
Good resource on the life, thoughts, and works of the humanist social scientist and
philosopher.
International Center for the Study of Psychiatry and Psychology
http://www.icspp.org
"ICSPP is a research and educational network devoted to educating professionals and the
public concerning the impact of mental health theories on public policy and the effects of
therapeutic practices upon individual well-being, personal freedom, and family and
community values." Founded by Peter R. Breggin, MD Founded by Peter R. Breggin, MD (http://www.breggin.com), one of the
strongest critics
of modern psychiatry and of psychiatric drugs, electroshock, psychosurgery, involuntary treatment, and the biological theories of
psychiatry. Site contains position papers, news clippings, and compelling online resources.
William James Site
(Frank Pajares, Emory University)
http://www.emory.edu/EDUCATION/mfp/james.html
or http://www.emory.edu/EDUCATION/mfp/
Outstanding site on everything related to William James, psychologist and philosopher.
Includes biographical information, bibliographies, online versions of James's papers (and
extensive links to papers on other sites), book reviews, and links to online James
resources.
C.G. Jung Page
http://www.cgjungpage.org
This is a well-crafted resource for information on Jung, his theories, analytical
psychology, and psychology of culture. Includes a comprehensive archive of scholarly
papers and Internet resources.
Abraham Maslow Publications
http://www.maslow.com
A comprehensive bibliographic guide to the works of one of humanistic psychology's
founders and leading proponents. Lists books in print, books out of print, articles,
audio/visual materials, and personal papers.
Mind and Body: René Descartes to William James
(Robert H. Wozniak, Bryn Mawr University)
http://serendip.brynmawr.edu/Mind/
A great overview of the philosophy of mind and body. Includes images and bibliographic
information.
Mythos & Logos (Brent Dean Robbins, Duquesne University)
http://mythosandlogos.com
A great resource with notes on hundreds of major theorists in
phenomenological-existential philosophy and psychology, psychoanalytic thought, psychology
and literature, perennial philosophy, and myth & metaphor. The notes cover even
ancient philosophers who were precursors to these areas of modern philosophy and
psychology.
Notable Figures in Psychology (BehaveNet Psychology Glossary)
http://www.behavenet.com (Click on appropriate link
under "Clinical Capsules")
Excellent compendium of brief biographies of notable figures in the history of psychology.
Online Philosophy Encyclopædias and Dictionaries
http://www.ditext.com/encyc/frame.html
Try the following online resources for brief descriptions and bibliographies of various
philosophers and movements which have influenced psychological thought. The entries are
authored by academics from various fields of philosophy. Stanford Encyclopedia of
Philosophy (http://plato.stanford.edu), Internet
Encyclopedia of Philosophy (http://www.utm.edu/research/iep/),
Dictionary of the Philosophy of Mind (http://www.artsci.wustl.edu/~philos/MindDict/),
The Catholic Encyclopedia (http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/),
The Ism Book (http://www.openthought.org/ismbook/),
A Dictionary of Philosophical Terms and Names (http://www.philosophypages.com/dy/),
Encyclopedia of Philosophy of Education (
http://www.educacao.pro.br), and Meta-Encyclopedia of Philosophy (http://www.ditext.com/encyc/frame.html).
The Pragmatism Cybrary
http://www.pragmatism.org
This web portal offers essays, articles, and online resources related to America's native
philosophy: pragmatism. Information on Charles Sanders Peirce, William James, John Dewey,
and George Mead. Also included are details on The William James Society.
Psych Web
(Russ Dewey, Ph.D)
http://www.psychwww.com or http://www.psywww.com
This site includes the full text of Freud's The Interpretation of Dreams and
James's The Varieties of Religious Experience.
Psychohistory Institute: The Science of Historical Motivation,
"Putting the world on the couch" (Lloyd deMause)
http://www.psychohistory.com
"Psychohistory, the science of historical motivation, combines the insights of
psychotherapy with the research methodology of the social sciences to understand the
emotional origin of the social and political behavior of groups and nations, past and
present." This great site has fascinating full-text articles from The Journal of
Psychohistory, including: The Phallic Presidency; Teaching Psychohistory; The History
of Child Abuse; The Political Consequences of Child Abuse; The Universality of Incest; On
Writing Childhood History; Childhood Nightmares and Dreams of Revenge; Heads and Tails:
Money as a Poison Container. Also includes chapters from deMause's book The Emotional
Life of Nations: The Assassination of Leaders; The Gulf War as a Mental Disorder; The
Childhood Origins of Terrorism; Restaging Early Traumas in War and Social Science; The
Psychogenic Theory of History; and The Evolution of Childrearing. Also hosts the
Psychohistory Discussion List.
Sigmund Freud Museum Vienna
http://freud.t0.or.at
Here you will find information about the museum and its collections (many photographs are
available online), as well as a detailed chronology of Freud's life. Also included are
some interesting thematic articles relating to psychoanalysis. A nice site.
Thomas S. Szasz Site
http://www.szasz.com
Thomas Szasz is one of the most vocal and engaging critics of his profession, psychiatry. He questions what it is to be
"mentally ill" and who decides what "mental illness" is. He is the one who suggested that "mental illness" is a myth---that the term was initially
meant to be a metaphor, but eventually became reified and got a life of its own. He is particularly critical of
involuntary psychiatric treatment. I think Szasz is a crucial figure in the history of
psychology/psychiatry. On this site you will find all sorts of material on the man and his ideas, including articles, transcripts of
debates, correspondence, and links to useful resources.
Ludwig Wittgenstein Online (William L. Kernan)
http://www.geocities.com/wittgensteinonline/
Excellent resource on the philosopher who suggested that the meaning of a word has less to do with what it
represents in reality and more to do with the context—the "language game"—in which the word is used. Wittgenstein's
"ordinary language philosophy" has been used by some psychologists to question the way in which we use (and, indeed, create)
ambiguous garden-variety terms like personality, self, depression, and psychopathy. Indeed, for Wittgenstein, many of the
philosophical problems (which I suggest cannot be disentangled from the problems faced by psychology) are due mainly to
confusions and ambiguities caused by language. To solve these problems, Wittgenstein says we need to focus on a proper
analysis of language itself.
Other Resources
For more history of psychology resources, you should consult the various online indexes, search engines, and abstracts databases
listed on this page.
Electronic Statistics Textbook
(from StatSoft, Inc., makers of STATISTICA)
http://www.statsoft.com/textbook/stathome.html
From the makers of STATISTICA, the popular statistical analysis and graphics
program. Provides a brief introduction to elementary statistical concepts as well as more
in-depth modules on specific areas. Also covers applications such as lab analysis, social
science research, business statistics and forecasting, survey research, data mining, and
engineering. A useful statistics glossary and distribution tables are included.
HyperStat Online
(by David M. Lane, Rice University Virtual Lab in Statistics)
http://davidmlane.com/hyperstat or http://www.ruf.rice.edu/~lane/hyperstat/
An excellent online introductory textbook of statistics and statistical methods. Also
included is a comprehensive glossary of statistical terms and a list of other Internet
statistics resources (including resources for more advanced methods).
Introductory Statistics: Concepts, Models, and Applications
(David Stockburger, Southwest Missouri State University Department of Psychology)
http://www.psychstat.smsu.edu/introbook/sbk00.htm
This extensive online textbook provides an introduction to all areas of basic statistics,
emphasising applied examples in place of more abstracts mathematical proofs. Also included
is information on using statistical calculators, numerous examples of the use of the SPSS
software package, and a listing of related Internet resources.
Mental Measurements Yearbook (from Buros Institute)
http://www.unl.edu/buros
Use this extensive website to find information on and reviews of thousands of psychometric
tests. Find out more about tests in areas such as personality, intelligence and aptitude,
achievement, interests, career and vocation, relationships, abnormal behaviour, forensics,
cognition, perception, and neuropsychology.
Multivariate Statistics: Concepts, Models, and Applications
(David Stockburger, Southwest Missouri State University Department of Psychology)
http://www.psychstat.smsu.edu/multibook/mlt00.htm
An extension of Stockburger's online introductory textbook of basic statistics. As in the
latter, emphasis is on applied examples in place of abstracts proofs. Included is a
listing of related online resources.
Research Methods Knowledge Base
(William M. Trochim, Cornell University Department of Policy Analysis and Management)
http://trochim.human.cornell.edu/kb/index.htm
Designed for beginners and more experienced researchers alike, Trochim's fine electronic
textbook uses a plain-English style to cover all areas of basic statistical concepts and
methods in social research, including sampling, measurement, research design, and data
analysis. It also discusses theoretical issues such as validity, reliability, and ethics.
Rice University Data Analysis Lab
(by David M. Lane, Rice University
Virtual Lab in Statistics)
http://www.ruf.rice.edu/~lane/stat_analysis/index.html
Lane's Analysis Lab allows access to several pre-recorded datasets on which you can
perform a wide variety of real-time analyses. This is a great adjunct to any of the online
statistics textbooks!
Rice University Virtual Lab in Statistics Simulations/Demonstrations
(by David M. Lane, Rice University
Virtual Lab in Statistics)
http://www.ruf.rice.edu/~lane/stat_sim/index.html
Here is a neat Simulations/Demonstrations module that uses Java applets to to demonstrate
various statistical concepts and procedures (Java must be enabled for this feature).
Statistical Instruction Internet Palette
(John T. Behrens, Daniel Huston, and John Dugan et. al.,
Arizona State University Department of Psychology in Education)
http://research.ed.asu.edu/siip
This interesting site is designed to aid teachers of statistical methods by providing them
with links to datasets on the Internet, along with visual depictions of statistical
concepts and methods, galleries of equations, and tools for performing computations and
graphing results directly online. Also useful for students.
Statistics Every Writer Should Know
(Robert Niles, Denver Rocky Mountain News)
http://nilesonline.com/stats or http://www.robertniles.com/stats
In plain-English style, Niles presents useful introductory lessons on basic statistical
concepts for journalists and writers who wish to develop some competence in critically
analysing their data. Covered are normal distribution, central tendency, standard
deviation, confidence interval and margin of error, sampling, and data analysis. Also
included is a message board on which visitors can ask one another questions on statistics,
as well as lists of recommended reading.
Statistics Primer (Christopher L. Heffner, Ph.D)
http://allpsych.com/stats/index.html
"Five part series covering the basics of statistical description and inference. Includes sections on distributions, graphing, central tendency, standard deviation, and
correlations. Also discusses the basics of research, validity, reliability, hypothesis testing and Type I and Type II Errors. This online presentation simplifies
statistics and gives an overview of the major topic areas covered in an introduction to statistics course. If this address doesn't
work, go to http://allpsych.com and find the primer from the main menus.
Statistics: The Study of Stability in Variation
(Jan de Leeuw, UCLA Department of Statistics)
http://www.stat.ucla.edu/textbook/
A clear and organised introduction to various basic concepts in statistics and statistical
analysis.
Statistics Toolbox (Jan de Leeuw, UCLA Department of Statistics)
http://www.stat.ucla.edu/calculators/
A multitude of handy statistics calculators that perform both simple and advanced
statistical functions. Worth the visit.
Other Resources
For more resources on research methods and psychometrics, you should consult the various online indexes, search engines, and abstracts databases
listed on this page.
Alice Miller Website
http://www.alice-miller.com
Information on and essays by the psychologist Alice Miller, who focusses on the influence
of childhood on adult life. Miller is known for her many books, including The Drama of
the Gifted Child.
Alice Miller Library
(from The Natural Child Project)
http://www.naturalchild.com/alice_miller/
Numerous essays and articles by psychologist Alice Miller, who focusses on the influence
of childhood on adult life. Author of The Drama of the Gifted Child.
American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
http://www.aacap.org
AACAP is an organisation of over 6,500 child and adolescent psychiatrists who help
children and adolescents deal with emotional issues. The site features a large series of
"Facts-for-Families" brochures dealing with all sorts of developmental and
mental health issues affecting young people.
alt.culture
http://www.altculture.com
Based on the best-selling book by Steven Daly and Nathaniel Wise (HarperCollins), this
site is a cornucopia of "modern culture that spans grunge and gangsta, indie rock and
indie film, cyberpunk and street fashion, extreme sports and political correctness,
infomercials and zines. . .alt.culture is both a culture guide and online compass."
Association for the Advancement of Psychosynthesis
http://www.aap-psychosynthesis.org
Information and articles on Assagioli's theory of psychosynthesis.
Birth Psychology.com
http://www.birthpsychology.com
This informative site provides information (scholarly and popular) on various aspects of
pregnancy and birth, including life and development of the fetus, prenatal memory and
learning, pre- and perinatal trauma, circumcision, early and very early parenting,
adoption, intelligence, origins of violence, and environmental effects on various stages
of development. A list of 100 reference books and videos is included. The site is a
product of the Association for Pre- and Perinatal Psychology and Health, a network that
provides support and information to everyone interested in birth psychology.
Cambridge Center for Behavioral Studies
http://www.behavior.org
The website of this non-profit organisation provides extensive information on the study
and application of behavioural principles to motivation, parenting, education, mental
disorders such as autism, and ageing.
CampusBlues.com
http://www.campusblues.com
A good website geared towards students who are having difficulty adjusting to college
life.
Clare W. Graves
http://www.clarewgraves.com
Background, theory, articles, and bibliographies on Clare W. Graves's (1914-1986) Emergent
Cyclical Levels of Existence theory.
Mental Measurements Yearbook (from Buros Institute)
http://www.unl.edu/buros
Use this extensive website to find information on and reviews of many child development
tests.
Merck Manual of Geriatrics, Third Edition
http://www.merck.com/pubs/mm_geriatrics/
Based on the Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy, the online version of this
manual focuses on the medical problems of the elderly. Includes information on nursing
care and pharmacy issues. If this address does not function, the manual may have been
moved, in which case you should try to locate it at http://www.merck.com/pubs/.
Men's Bibliography (Michael Flood, Australian National University)
http://www.xyonline.net/mensbiblio/
An outstanding bibliography of nearly 10,000 books and articles on all aspects of men,
masculinities, male sexuality, parenting, and mid-life and ageing.
National Association for the Education of Young Children
http://www.naeyc.org
NAEYC is North America's largest and most influential association of early childhood
researchers and educators, promoting the advancement of early childhood development,
education practice, and education working conditions. The site provides comprehensive,
referenced position statements on early childhood development and education based on
current research. A truly excellent site for information on early childhood development
and education.
The National Men's Resource
http://www.menstuff.org
". . .thousands of on-site men's book reviews & covers, men's resources and
hyperlinks and hundreds of men's issues, events, periodicals and groups. . .We provide
information on over 100 men's issues regarding positive change in male roles and
relationships (including abuse, ageing, circumcision, divorce, fathers, health, isolation,
kidstuff, mid-life, multicultural, prostate, sexuality, spirituality, transition, Viagra,
violence, work, etc.). We hold a 4-star rating with Britannica.com and update our 107+
megabyte site often weekly but at least on the first of each month."
Pediatric-Perinatal Pathology Slides
(Florida State University College of Medicine)
http://medlib.med.utah.edu/WebPath/PEDHTML/PEDIDX.html
Slides and brief text descriptions of various pathological conditions in newborns,
including: abnormalities in twinning; neural tube defects; cleft palate and cleft lip;
neoplasias; infectious conditions; and conditions of prematurity. Warning:
These images are very graphic and may be upsetting to some viewers. Should this address
not work, try finding the images at http://medlib.med.utah.edu/WebPath/webpath.html
Jean Piaget Society
http://www.piaget.org
The Society is an international, interdisciplinary association of researchers interested
in the development of human knowledge. It is named in honour of Jean Piaget, the Swiss
developmentalist whose contributions have contributed greatly to our understanding in this
area. The site offers information about the society, but also a few links to online
resources.
Psychohistory Institute: The Science of Historical Motivation,
"Putting the world on the couch" (Lloyd deMause)
http://www.psychohistory.com
"Psychohistory, the science of historical motivation, combines the insights of
psychotherapy with the research methodology of the social sciences to understand the
emotional origin of the social and political behavior of groups and nations, past and
present." This great site has fascinating full-text articles from The Journal of
Psychohistory, including: The Phallic Presidency; Teaching Psychohistory; The History
of Child Abuse; The Political Consequences of Child Abuse; The Universality of Incest; On
Writing Childhood History; Childhood Nightmares and Dreams of Revenge; Heads and Tails:
Money as a Poison Container. Also includes chapters from deMause's book The Emotional
Life of Nations: The Assassination of Leaders; The Gulf War as a Mental Disorder; The
Childhood Origins of Terrorism; Restaging Early Traumas in War and Social Science; The
Psychogenic Theory of History; and The Evolution of Childrearing. Also hosts the
Psychohistory Discussion List.
Raising Children to Resist Violence
(from American Psychological Association)
http://www.apa.org/pubinfo/apa-aap.html
This helpful brochure from the APA discusses child and adolescent violence and ways we can
teach our children to resist it. If this address does not function, try locating the
brochure at http://www.apa.org/pubifno/.
School Psychology Resources Online
http://www.schoolpsychology.net
A repository of online resources for all aspects of school psychology, child development,
disorders of early childhood, etc.
Self Psychology Page
http://www.selfpsychology.org
Information, history, essays, articles, and resources on Heinz Kohut's psychoanalytic self
psychology.
Violence Warning Signs
(from American Psychological Association and MTV)
http://helping.apa.org/warningsigns
This handy online brochure details specific signs which may be an indication that a child
or adolescent will behave violently towards someone else or him/herself. If this address
does not function, the manual may have been moved, in which case you should try to locate
it athttp://helping.apa.org.
XY: Men, Masculinities, and Gender Politics
http://www.xyonline.net
"XY features over 80 articles on key 'men's issues', from the state of the men's movement to the relationships between masculinity, class, race and
sexuality to domestic violence. XY also includes personal stories, book
reviews and links to related websites." Includes a
comprehensive article and list of resources on homophobia amongst young men (in
the Misc
section). I find the list of links very useful.
Youth Violence: A Report of the Surgeon General
http://www.surgeongeneral.gov/library/youthviolence/
The US Surgeon General's first comprehensive report on the issue.
Other Resources
For more development and ageing resources, you should consult the various online indexes, search engines, and abstracts databases
listed on this page.
Adlerian Psychology Homepage
http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/hstein/homepage.htm or
http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/hstein/
Lots of information on Alfred Adler and his theory of personality. Adler is perhaps best known for his belief that
one of the most powerful human motivations is not sex (as Freud thought) but, rather, the drive to overcome feelings of inferiority. It is from Adler that we
get such terms as "inferiority complex" and "overcompensation".
Association for Psychological Type
http://www.aptcentral.org
On this site you will find several articles pertaining to Carl Jung's theory of
Psychological Types.
Big Five Quickstart: Introduction to the Five-Factor Model of Personality
for human Resource Professionals (Center for Applied Cognitive Studies)
http://www.centacs.com/quickstart.htm
An excellent, detailed introduction to Dr. Paul T. Costa and Robert R. McCrae's 5-factor
model of personality. This widely recognised model conceptualises human personality along
5 major personality dimensions: introversion/extroversion, agreeableness, openness to
experience, conscientiousness, and emotionality.
Buddhist Psychology and Psychotherapy
(George Boeree, Shippensburg University)
http://www.ship.edu/~cgboeree/buddhaintro.html
or http://www.ship.edu/~cgboeree
Extensive introduction to Buddhism, with ideas for application to psychology and
psychotherapy.
Center for Advanced Research in Phenomenology
http://www.phenomenologycenter.org
Many perspectives in psychology are based on the philosophical perspective of phenomenology. Phenomenology stresses
the importance of the individual's subjective experience and involves the systematic study of individual consciousness
from a first-person perspective. This site has some helpful links, but it is overdue for maintenance. I anticipate it will
get better.
Consortium for Research on Emotional Intelligence in Organizations
http://www.eiconsortium.org
Contains many full-text reports and essays on the topic of emotional intelligence.
Emotional Intelligence ("EQ") Test
(Daniel Goleman, Ph.D.)
http://www.utne.com/azEQ.tmpl
"Emotional intelligence" is a term popularised by psychologist Daniel Goleman.
According to him, emotional intelligence is a different kind of intelligence that involves
"knowing your feelings and using them to make good decisions; managing your feelings
well; motivating yourself with zeal and persistence; maintaining hope in the face of
frustration; exhibiting empathy and compassion; interacting smoothly; and managing your
relationships effectively" (from Emotional Intelligence). This is a very
short, modified version of a test that measures one's "EQ".
Environics 3SC Social Values Survey
http://3sc.environics.net
An anonymous, 10-minute questionnaire by the Environics polling firm that places Canadians
into one of 16 different "tribes" based on their cultural values. Includes
summaries of each "tribe". Very enlightening and useful measure of personal and
social values.
Great Ideas in Personality
(G. Scott Acton, University of California at San Francisco)
http://www.personalityresearch.org
Another fantastic personality resource. Contains detailed overviews of different
personality theories, essays, helpful bibliographies, and excellent web resources. A
helpful personality glossary and a self-quiz are included. Theories covered include:
attachment theory; basic emotions; behaviour genetics;
behaviourism; cognitive social; evolutionary; Five-Factor model; personality and
intelligence; interpersonal theory; PEN model; personality
disorders; and psychoanalysis.
Humanistic & Existentialist Psychology Home Page
(Viktor Daniels, Sonoma State University)
http://www.sonoma.edu/people/daniels/
or http://www.sonoma.edu/users/d/daniels/
Excellent site with cogent notes and resources on: existentialism and phenomenology;
humanistic and existentialist psychology; Gestalt psychology; transpersonal and Asian
psychology; and psychology in Greek philosophy.
Humanistic Psychology on the Web
(Association for Humanistic Psychology)
http://www.saybrook.edu/app/lib/humanisticweb.html
A repository of over 200 high-quality websites related to all areas of humanistic
psychology, including humanistic personality development and humanistic psychotherapy. 20
new entries added each week.
Identity Theory Information and Papers
(Peter J. Burke, Washington State University)
http://burkep.libarts.wsu.edu
Burke is one of the originators of Identity Theory, which attempts to understand how
individuals with different identities come together to form groups and organisations, and
how these groups and organisations constrain the individuals' behaviour. Online, full-text
access to numerous journal articles related to this topic.
International Association for Analytical (Jungian) Psychology
http://www.iaap.org
Features some interesting introductory articles on Carl Jung's analytical psychology and system of therapy, from which
we get such terms as the "collective unconscious", "archetypes", and "Jungian analysis".
International Network on Personal Meaning and Meaning of Life
http://www.meaning.ca
I love this website. The Network focusses on scholarly exploration of topics related to
personal meaning, spirituality, existential psychology, and existential/meaning therapy.
Many intriguing articles, an extensive listing of resources, and excellent bibliographies.
International Personality Item Pool
(Oregon Research Institute)
http://ipip.ori.org/ipip or http://ipip.ori.org
Mission statement: "This IPIP Website is intended to provide rapid access to measures
of individual differences, all in the public domain, to be developed conjointly among
scientists worldwide. Later, the site may include raw data available for reanalysis; in
addition, it could serve as a forum for the dissemination of psychometric ideas and
research findings."
International Society for Existential Psychology and Psychotherapy
http://www.existentialpsychology.org
The professional arm of the International Network on Personal Meaning (see above).
ISEPP is an interdisciplinary organisation devoted to research and education in existential psychology and psychotherapy.
Its focus, above all, is to demonstrate the central role that meaning plays in our lives.
Job Analysis and Personality Research Site
(R.J. Harvey, Virginia Tech University)
http://harvey.psyc.vt.edu
Documents, data, and software pertaining to Harvey's research on personality and
organisational behaviour. Topics include MBTI® (Myers-Briggs Type Inventory), "Big
Five" inventories, item-response theory (IRT), and computer-adaptive testing (CAT).
C.G. Jung Page
http://www.cgjungpage.org
This is a well-crafted resource for information on Jung, his theories, analytical
psychology, and psychology of culture. Includes a comprehensive archive of scholarly
papers and Internet resources.
The Jung Type Indicator Site
http://www.jungtype.com
Brief description of Carl Jung's theory of psychological types. Includes details on each
individual type.
Jung Type Indicator (from HumanMetrics)
http://www.humanmetrics.com/cgi-win/JTypes1.htm
This is a short, highly modified online version of the Myers-Briggs Personality Inventory,
which is based on Carl Jung's personality typology. The test gives you the familiar
4-letter code that indicates whether you are: introverted vs. extroverted; intuiting vs.
sensing; thinking vs. feeling; and perceiving vs. judging. Gives you an explanation of the
results as well as information on which personality types are associated with which jobs.
This is not a clinical test, only a modified version for public use. If the address doesn't work, go to http://www.humanmetrics.com
and find the test from the main menu.
Keirsey Temperament Sorter Online
http://keirsey.com
This is the online version of the Keirsey personality inventory, an adaptation of the
original Myers-Briggs Personality Inventory. The test gives you the familiar 4-letter code
that indicates whether you are: introverted vs. extroverted; intuiting vs. sensing;
thinking vs. feeling; and perceiving vs. judging. Gives you an explanation of the results
as well as information on which personality types are associated with which jobs. This is
not a clinical test, only a modified version for public use. There is a fee for use of this test, but I think
it is worth it. There is no cost for reading the extensive information on the test itself and its theoretical background.
Kingdomality Test
(Career Management International)
http://www.kingdomality.com
This fun yet informative test lets you determine what job/career you would have held if
you were living in the Midieval Kingdom. The test is carefully constructed and helps you
determine which jobs you are best suited for today. Apparently, I would have been a
minstrel in Midieval times--and am perhaps the same today!
Abraham Maslow Publications
http://www.maslow.com
A comprehensive bibliographic guide to the works of one of humanistic psychology's
founders and leading proponents. Lists books in print, books out of print, articles,
audio/visual materials, and Maslow's personal papers.
Mental Measurements Yearbook (from Buros Institute)
http://www.unl.edu/buros
Use this extensive website to find information on and reviews of thousands of mental tests
in the areas personality and attitudes.
MMPI Information Site (Bob Gordon, PhD)
http://www.mmpi-info.com
Contains information on the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI), a well-known standardised test which
assesses the presence of a wide variety of mental health problems, especially psychological disorders. Includes a useful
dictionary of terms and information on interpretation.
MMPI: All You Wanted to Know About It
(Cheryl and Leonard Karp, PhD, and Barbara C. Johnson, Esq.)
http://www.falseallegations.com/mmpi-bw.htm
Excellent overview of the MMPI, including history, meaning of the scales, and how the test is
used in legal settings. If this address doesn't work, go to
http://www.falseallegations.com and locate the MMPI section from the main menu.
Mythos & Logos (Brent Dean Robbins, Duquesne University)
http://mythosandlogos.com
A great resource with essays and detailed notes on phenomenological-existential
psychology, psychoanalytic thought, psychology and literature, perennial philosopy, and
myth & metaphor. Includes notes on hundreds of theorists, links to major writings from
several of the theorists, and many related online resources.
Narcissism Revisited (Sam Vaknin, Ph.D)
http://samvak.tripod.com
Information on narcissistic personality disorder, narcissism and relationships,
narcissistic abuse, tips for dealing with narcissism, and much more.
Narrative Approaches (Jennifer Freeman, David Epston, Dean Lobovits)
http://www.narrativeapproaches.com
A good site to introduce you to narrative psychology and narrative therapy. Includes a
"Ten Second Introduction to Narrative Therapy". Also discusses narrative
psychology in the context of anorexia and bulimia nervosa.
Narrative Psychology Resource Guide
(Vincent W. Hevern, SJ, Ph.D, LeMoyne College)
http://www.maple.lemoyne.edu/~hevern/narpsych.html
Features: a primer on narrative psychology; outlines, articles, and essays dealing with
various narrative psychology issues; excellent annotated bibliographies; and listings for
useful Internet sites.
NEO PI-R™ (Test for Introversion/Extroversion, Agreeableness, Openness to
Experience,
Conscientiousness, and Emotionality)
http://cac.psu.edu/~j5j/test/ipipneo1.htm
This is an online version of a widely-used and scientifically validated personality test
based on Dr. Paul T. Costa and Robert R. McCrae's 5-factor model of personality. The test,
which is completely anonymous, determines individual scores on 5 major personality traits.
Personality Disorders Screening Test
(Benjamin J. Sadock and Waguih William Ishak,
NYU Department of Psychiatry)
http://www.med.nyu.edu/Psych/screens/pds.html
Designed to give a preliminary idea of the presence of personality traits that might be
associated with a personality disorder. This test does not replace a formal
psychiatric/psychological evaluation. If this address does not function, try locating
the test at http://www.med.nyu.edu/Psych/public.html.
Personality Project (William Revelle, Northwestern University)
http://personality-project.org
A fabulous resource with brief introductions to major areas of personality psychology,
extensive bibliographies, and good website resources. Topics include: personality
taxonomies (descriptive and theoretical taxonomies); personality and intelligence;
assessment and applications (psychometrics and statistics); and personality theory
(biological, genetic, psychoanalytic, evolutionary, and other theories).
Personality Synopsis (Christopher L. Heffner, Ph.D)
http://allpsych.com/personalitysynopsis/index.html
Brief 12-chapter introduction to the main personality theories. Good for those looking for an easy-to-read
primer on personality theory. If this address doesn't
work, go to http://allpsych.com and find the personality synopsis from the main menus.
Personality Theories (George Boeree, Shippensburg University)
http://www.ship.edu/~cgboeree/perscontents.html
or http://www.ship.edu/~cgboeree
A very well-written e-text covering in detail major theories of personality (including
Freud, Anna Freud, Erikson, Jung, Rank, Adler, Horney, Ellis, Fromm, Skinner, Eysenck,
Bandura, Allport, Kelly, Snygg/Combs, Maslow, Rogers, Binswanger, Boss, Frankl, May,
Piaget, Sociobiology, and Boeree's own Perspectives Theory). Excellent introduction
included.
Psyche Matters: A Psychoanalytic Resource Guide
http://www.psychematters.com
Outstanding site with authoritative essays, bibliographies, and resources on
psychoanalytic theory.
Psychobiography.com
http://www.psychobiography.com
Basic information on psychobiography---the intensive, detailed study of individuals (often famous or historical) using psychological theory/research in order to
glean information about how the mind works (or how a particular mind works). Psychobiography differs from
other approaches to the study of personality in that it is profoundly interested in the entire, unique individual,
and not just in
isolated variables (like general personality traits). This site has a useful FAQ, list of important terms, and
annual annotated bibliography.
Psychological Self-Help (Clayton E. Tucker-Ladd, Ph.D)
http://mentalhelp.net/psyhelp/
A very well-written full-length online book covering the following topics: Self-Concept;
Personality; Values and Morals; Behavior, Motivation, and Self-Control; and Understanding
Ourselves. Excellent bibliographies included.
Self-Efficacy Resources (Frank Pajares, Emory University)
http://www.emory.edu/EDUCATION/mfp/
Useful information on self-efficacy and motivation, the ideas of Albert Bandura, and how
self-efficacy applies to the classroom. Includes a very useful overview of self-efficacy
theory by Bandura himself (from the Encyclopedia of Human Behavior).
Self Psychology Page
http://www.selfpsychology.org
Information, history, essays, articles, and resources on Heinz Kohut's psychoanalytic self
psychology.
Shyness Institute
http://www.shyness.com
This resource, offered by the Palo Alto Shyness Clinic, provides information on shyness,
social anxiety, and social phobia.
Society for Personality and Social Psychology
http://www.spsp.org
The SPSP is the world's largest association of personality and social psychologists. The
site includes information about the SPSP, its functions, and its publications, as well as
information on the field of personality and social psychology. Also included is a list of
online personality and social psychology resources.
Other Resources
For more self and personality psychology resources, you should consult the various online indexes, search engines, and abstracts databases
listed on this page.
alt.culture
http://www.altculture.com
Based on the best-selling book by Steven Daly and Nathaniel Wise (HarperCollins), this
site is a cornucopia of "modern culture that spans grunge and gangsta, indie rock and
indie film, cyberpunk and street fashion, extreme sports and political correctness,
infomercials and zines. . .alt.culture is both a culture guide and online compass."
Anxiety Network International (Thomas A. Richards, Ph.D)
http://www.anxietynetwork.com
Offers extensive information on the causes of and treatments for social anxiety and social
phobia. Includes articles and exercises to help you overcome these problems. Lists support
groups and online support resources.
CampusBlues.com
http://www.campusblues.com
Geared towards students who are having difficulty adjusting to college life, this site
includes information on loneliness, social skills, and family and relationship issues.
Cult Expert Rick Ross
http://www.rickross.com
An outstanding resource with all sorts of useful information on cults.
Cyber Behavior Research Center
http://www.cio.com/research/behavior/
Numerous articles and resources on all facets of online behaviour, including online
behaviour as it pertains to leadership, organisational development, and organisational
management.
Driving Psychology Website
(Leon James & Diane Nahl, University of Hawaii)
http://www.drdriving.org or http://www.aloha.net/~dyc/
An extensive resource on the psychology of driving and other modes of transportation.
Includes much information on "road rage".
Freedom of Mind (Steve Hassan)
http://www.freedomofmind.com
Written by a former fanatical cult member and now a counsellor, the site offers a Resource
Center on cult groups, mind control, terrorism and terror groups. Includes break news, a
list of controversial groups, and a free bulletin board.
Identity Theory Information and Papers
(Peter J. Burke, Washington State University)
http://burkep.libarts.wsu.edu
Burke is one of the originators of Identity Theory, which attempts to understand how
individuals with different identities come together to form groups and organisations, and
how these groups and organisations constrain the individuals' behaviour. Online, full-text
access to numerous journal articles related to this topic.
The International Erich Fromm Society
http://www.erichfromm.org
Good resource on the life, thoughts, and works of the humanist social scientist and
philosopher.
C.G. Jung Page
http://www.cgjungpage.org
This is a well-crafted resource for information on Jung, his theories, analytical
psychology, and psychology of culture. Includes a comprehensive archive of scholarly
papers and Internet resources.
Meme Central: Memes, Memetics, and Mind Virus Resource
(by Richard Brodie)
http://www.memecentral.com
An FAQ on memes along with several memetics resources. Access to the introductory chapter
of Brodie's book, Virus of the Mind: The New Science of the Meme.
Prisoner's Dictionary
http://dictionary.prisonwall.org
A very extensive dictionary of terms used by prisoners and prison officials. Great site.
Psychological Self-Help (Clayton E. Tucker-Ladd, Ph.D)
http://mentalhelp.net/psyhelp/
A very well-written full-length online book covering the following topics: Dependency
& Conformity; Anger and Aggression; Understanding Our Relationships; and Dating, Love,
Marriage, and Sex.
The Psychology of Cyberspace
(John Suler, Rider University)
http://www.rider.edu/users/suler/psycyber/psycyber.html
An enlightening site with essays on various psychological dimensions of computer-mediated
communication (CMC).
Raising Children to Resist Violence
(from American Psychological Association)
http://www.apa.org/pubinfo/apa-aap.html
This helpful brochure from the APA discusses child and adolescent violence and ways we can
teach our children to resist it. If this address does not function, try locating the
brochure at http://www.apa.org/pubifno/.
Seductive Poison (Deborah Layton)
http://www.anxietynetwork.com
Companion website to the book Seductive Poison: A Jonestown Survivor's Story of Life
and Death in the Peoples Temple, written by a former member of the Peoples Temple
cult. In 1978, led by the Reverend Jim Jones, 913 cult members drank poisoned punch or
were shot to death in the jungles of Guyana. Includes background information on the cult
as well as the 37-point affidavit Layton issued to the U.S. government presaging the
massacre.
Social Anxiety Institute (Thomas A. Richards, Ph.D)
http://www.socialanxietyinstitute.org
Learn what social anxiety and social phobia are and how they can be treated. Also learn
about readers' real-life experiences with these problems and how they overcame them.
Social Anxiety Network (Thomas A. Richards, Ph.D)
http://www.social-anxiety-network.com
Extensive information on the causes of and treatments for social anxiety and social
phobia. Includes articles and exercises to help you overcome these problems. Lists support
groups and online support resources.
Society for Personality and Social Psychology
http://www.spsp.org
The SPSP is the world's largest association of personality and social psychologists. The
site includes information about the SPSP, its functions, and its publications, as well as
information on the field of personality and social psychology. Also included is a list of
online personality and social psychology resources.
Stop Loneliness
http://www.stoploneliness.com
Helpful site for people experiencing loneliness, with special articles on children, teens,
singles, married people, seniors, the workplace, and holidays. Deals with some of the
causes of loneliness and ways to overcome it. Also covers related topics of anxiety
(including social anxiety and social phobia) and depression.
Transactional Analysis Journal Internet
http://www.tajnet.org
Access to articles from the Transactional
Analysis Journal. Published by the International
Transactional Analysis Association.
Urban Legends Archive
http://www.urbanlegends.com
An extensive archive of this most peculiar social psychological phenomenon. Includes FAQ's
and lists of resources on the topic.
Violence Warning Signs
(from American Psychological Association and MTV)
http://helping.apa.org/warningsigns
This handy online brochure details specific signs which may be an indication that a child
or adolescent will behave violently towards someone else or him/herself. If this address
does not function, the manual may have been moved, in which case you should try to locate
it at http://helping.apa.org.
Web of Loneliness
(Sean Seepersad, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign)
http://web.aces.uiuc.edu/loneliness/home.htm
or http://web.aces.uiuc.edu/loneliness/
What have both academics and non-academics said about loneliness? What is it? What types
are there? What causes it? How do people cope with it? This site gives some beginning
answers. It also includes the results of an ongoing loneliness study and lists several
helpful "Links for the Lonely".
Youth Violence: A Report of the Surgeon General
http://www.surgeongeneral.gov/library/youthviolence/
The US Surgeon General's first comprehensive report on the issue.
Other Resources
In addition to consulting the various online indexes, search
engines, and abstracts databases listed on this page, you should consult the websites
of college and university counselling centres. Many of them contain very informative
electronic brochures on a variety of social psychology topics. Yahoo (http://www.yahoo.com) maintains an extensive list of
college and university websites.
Consortium for Research on Emotional Intelligence in Organizations
http://www.eiconsortium.org
Contains many full-text reports and essays on the topic of emotional intelligenceI.
Exploring Multiple Intelligences
http://www.multi-intell.com
Some basic information on Howard Gardner's theory of 8 different types of intelligence.
Mental Measurements Yearbook (from Buros Institute)
http://www.unl.edu/buros
Use this extensive website to find information on and reviews of a wide range of
intelligence, aptitude, and achievement tests.
Other Resources
For more resources on intelligence, aptitude, and achievement, try consulting the various online indexes, search engines, and abstracts databases listed on this
page.
AskMen.com
http://www.askmen.com
Great resource for information on a wide range of sexuality issues, including: body image; penis questions; sexual performance; foreplay; sexual
dysfunctions; Viagra and other medications; sex toys; women & sexuality; and dating, relationships, andlove.
Assault on Gay America
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/assault/
The website for the highly popular Frontline series on homosexuality. Has documents covering the following:
nature-nurture debate in homosexuality; theories of causation; public opinion on homosexuality; historical and religious perspectives; stigma;
and abuse & violence towards homosexuals. If this address doesn't work, go to http://www.pbs.org, locate Frontline,
and try finding the documents for this series from there.
CampusBlues.com
http://www.campusblues.com
Contains articles for college students who are having difficulty with sexuality and sexual
orientation issues.
Columbia University's Health Education Program: Alice
http://www.alice.columbia.edu
The site includes a superb collection of all types of sex-related questions and detailed
answers from Columbia University Health Services. Alice is one of the most popular
university health service websites on the Internet.
Deviants' Dictionary
http://www.queernet.org/deviant
This is a most comprehensive encyclopaedic dictionary of BDSM-related terms.
Impotence.org
(American Foundation for Urologic Disease)
http://www.impotence.org
Provides clear, easy-to-understand general information on the causes of and treatments for
male erectile dysfunction. Includes an erectile dysfunction screening quiz.
Kinsey Institute for Research in Sex, Gender, and Reproduction
http://www.indiana.edu/~kinsey
The Institute, affiliated with Indiana University, was founded in 1947 by Dr. Alfred
Kinsey, one year before the publication of his landmark study, Sexual Behavior in the
Human Male. The site offers information about the institute and its ongoing research,
as well as a good listing of other online sexology resources.
Men's Bibliography (Michael Flood, Australian National University)
http://www.xyonline.net/mensbiblio/
An outstanding bibliography of nearly 10,000 books and articles on all aspects of men,
masculinities, and male sexuality.
The National Men's Resource
http://www.menstuff.org
". . .thousands of on-site men's book reviews & covers, men's resources and
hyperlinks and hundreds of men's issues, events, periodicals and groups. . . We provide
information on over 100 men's issues regarding positive change in male roles and
relationships (including abuse, aging, circumcision, divorce, fathers, health, isolation,
kidstuff, mid-life, multicultural, prostate, sexuality, spirituality, transition, Viagra,
violence, work, etc.). We hold a 4-star rating with Britannica.com and update our 107+
megabyte site often weekly but at least on the first of each month."
Network for Excellence in Women's Sexual Health
(Jennifer Berman and Laura Berman, UCLA Medical Center)
http://www.newshe.com
An excellent collection of cutting-edge information and research on female sexuality and
sexual dysfunctions, including hypoactive sexual desire, sexual arousal disorder, orgasmic
disorders, dyspareunia, and vaginismus.
Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG)
http://www.pflag.org
Great support resource for relatives and friends of people who are "coming out" and/or struggling with their
sexuality. Has well-written articles explaining homosexuality and the nature of sexual orientation, the "coming out"
process, how to support someone who is gay and coming out, the emotions that relatives and friends feel when someone comes
out, etc.
Psychological Self-Help (Clayton E. Tucker-Ladd, Ph.D)
http://mentalhelp.net/psyhelp/
A very well-written full-length online book covering such topics as dating, love,
marriage, and sex. Excellent bibliographies included.
Queer Theory.com
http://www.queertheory.com
Extensive listing of online resources and books related to sexuality, gender, gender identity, and queer theory.
ReligiousTolerance.org
http://www.religioustolerance.org
Has a thorough section covering theories of causation of homosexuality (mainly biological ones), as well as summaries
of numerous public opinion surveys on everything from the morality of homosexuality, to beliefs as to its cause(s), to whether
or not it can be changed. Also discusses each religion's view on sexual orientation.
The Paul Rosenfels Collection
http://eserver.org/gender/rosenfels/
Access to the collected works of Paul Rosenfels, M.D., "the first American social
scientist to defend homosexuality in print as a valid lifestyle".
Robert Koch Institute Archive for Sexology, Berlin
http://www2.hu-berlin.de/sexology/
This is a superb repository of sexological primers and research. Areas include history of
sexology, basic sexual anatomy & physiology, human reproduction, sexual dysfunctions,
sexual orientation, and conformity & deviance. Also includes a comprehensive
dictionary of sexological terms.
Sex Glossary: Sex Words Defined and Explained
http://www.sexglossary.com
This is quite a comprehensive and useful dictionary of sex-related terms, especially
obscure and slang terms.
Sexual Disorders Screening Test for Men
(Benjamin J. Sadock and Waguih William Ishak,
NYU Department of Psychiatry)
http://www.med.nyu.edu/Psych/screens/sdsm.html
Designed to give a preliminary idea about the presence of sexual symptoms that indicate
the need for evaluation by a psychiatrist or psychologist. This test does not replace
a formal psychiatric/psychological or medical evaluation. If this address does not
function, try locating the test at http://www.med.nyu.edu/Psych/public.html.
Sexual Disorders Screening Test for Women
(Benjamin J. Sadock and Waguih William Ishak,
NYU Department of Psychiatry)
http://www.med.nyu.edu/Psych/screens/sdsf.html
Designed to give a preliminary idea about the presence of sexual symptoms that indicate
the need for evaluation by a psychiatrist or psychologist. This test does not replace
a formal psychiatric/psychological or medical evaluation. If this address does not
function, try locating the test at http://www.med.nyu.edu/Psych/public.html.
Sexual Orientation: Science, Education, and Policy
(Gregory M. Herek, Ph.D)
http://psychology.ucdavis.edu/rainbow/index.html
If you want accurate, up-to-date, scientific information on sexual orientation, homophobia, discrimination, hate crimes, and HIV/AIDS,
go here first!
Sexuality and U
(Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada)
http://www.sexualityandu.ca
This well-designed site contains articles on various aspects of sexuality, including:
sexual development; puberty; sexual orientation; talking with children about sexuality;
female and male sexual dysfunctions; and violence. General articles are provided for
teens, adults, parents, and teachers. More detailed, academic articles are provided for
professionals.
Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States (SIECUS)
http://www.siecus.org
"SIECUS is a national, nonprofit organisation which affirms that sexuality is a
natural and healthy part of living. Incorporated in 1964, SIECUS develops, collects, and
disseminates information, promotes comprehensive education about sexuality, and advocates
the right of individuals to make responsible sexual choices." Includes information
and annotated bibliographies on a vast array of issues in sexuality, sex, and sex
education.
The Sinclair Intimacy Institute Online Encyclopedia of Sex
http://www.sexualitydata.com
This is a solid encyclopedia of detailed, well-written articles on major sexuality terms.
Society for Human Sexuality
http://www.sexuality.org
This is a comprehensive repository of detailed information on a wide range of sex-related
topics.
ThriveOnline Sexuality
http://thriveonline.oxygen.com/sex
An extensive collection of informative articles on all areas of sexuality.
Transsexuality (Jennifer Diane Reitz)
http://transsexual.org
Transsexuality (also known as gender dysphoria or gender identity disorder) involves feeling a profound mismatch between
one's biological sex (male/female) and one's gender (one's feeling of being male/female). In other words, a transsexual
feels that he is a man trapped in a woman's body, or vice versa.
In addition to all sorts of information on transsexuality specifically, this site
also has information on gender more generally.
XY: Men, Masculinities, and Gender Politics
http://www.xyonline.net
"XY features over 80 articles on key 'men's issues', from the state of the men's movement to the relationships between masculinity, class, race and
sexuality to domestic violence. XY also includes personal stories, book
reviews and links to related websites." Includes a
comprehensive article and list of resources on homophobia amongst young men (in
the Misc
section). I find the list of links very useful.
Other Resources
In addition to consulting the various online indexes, search
engines, and abstracts databases listed on this page, you should consult the websites
of college and university counselling centres. Many of them contain very informative
electronic brochures on a variety of sex and gender topics. Yahoo (http://www.yahoo.com) maintains an extensive list of
college and university websites.
Addiction Research Foundation
http://www.arf.org
ARF's site provides information on alcohol, drugs, and addictions as well as a listing of
other online research resources. Note that ARF is now a division of the Centre for
Addiction and Mental Health (http://www.camh.net). ARF
is fully affiliated with the University of Toronto (http://www.utoronto.ca).
Alcohol and Alcohol Problems Science Database (ETOH)
(National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, NIH)
http://etoh.niaaa.nih.gov
One of the most comprehensive online resources for all aspects of alcohol abuse and
alcoholism. Over 110,000 records: abstracts and bibliographic references to articles,
books, book chapters, dissertations, conference papers and proceedings, reports, etc.
Alcoholics Anonymous
http://www.aa.org
"Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience,
strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others
to recover from alcoholism. // The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop
drinking. There are no dues or fees for A.A. membership; we are self-supporting through
our own contributions. A.A. is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics,
organization or institution; does not wish to engage in any controversy; neither endorses
nor opposes any causes. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to
achieve sobriety." This site focuses mainly on the AA method itself. In English,
French and Spanish.
The Alzheimer's Association
http://www.alz.org
This site provides information on the organisation and offers a wealth of details on
Alzheimer's disease.
Alzheimer Society of Canada
http://www.alzheimer.ca
The Society is a national network of services whose aim is to help those afflicted by
Alzheimer's disease. The site offers information on Alzheimer's disease and the Society,
as well as a listing of online resources. In English and French.
American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
http://www.aacap.org
AACAP is an organisation of over 6,500 child and adolescent psychiatrists and other
interested physicians, who research, evaluate, diagnose, and treat psychiatric disorders
of children and work with the families of affected children. The site provides a wide
range of information on mental health issues affecting young people, including a large
series of "Facts-for-Families" brochures. A handy glossary of symptoms and
mental illnesses affecting teenagers is also included.
American Anorexia Bulimia Association
http://www.aabainc.org
Non-profit association of healthcare professionals and concerned members of the public
whose aim is to understand, prevent, and treat eating disorders, including Anorexia
Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, and Binge Eating Disorder. "Through education, advocacy and
research, AABA serves as a national authority on eating disorders and related concerns.
AABA promotes social attitudes that enhance healthy body image and works to overcome the
idealization of thinness that contributes to disordered eating. // Our mission is carried
out through many different services, including: help-lines, referral networks, public
information, school outreach, media support, professional training, support groups and
prevention program." This site provides information about the AABA and various
aspects of eating disorders. Included is a good list of offline scholarly and popular
resources.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
http://www.afsp.org
The AFSP is an organisation dedicated to advancing the scientific knowledge of suicide and
its prevention. The site offers information about the organisation and facts on suicide.
Also included is a list of suicide warning signs and an article outlining steps to be
taken when someone is contemplating suicide.
American Psychiatric Association
http://www.psych.org
The APA is a worldwide organisation of 40,500 U.S. and international physicians who
specialise in the diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional illnesses and substance
use disorders. APA is the author of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental
Disorders (DSM), the official psychiatric diagnostic manual of the medical and
psychological fields. This site provides information about the association, psychiatry in
general, and individual mental disorders.
American Psychiatric Press (American Psychiatric Association)
http://www.appi.org
APPI publishes a wide variety of medical and psychological texts and journals for
researchers, clinicians, and the general public. Among its products include the Diagnostic
and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, the official psychiatric diagnostic
manual used in the medical and psychological fields.
Anxiety Disorders Association of America
http://www.adaa.org
The ADAA is a national organisation promoting the welfare of people with anxiety
disorders. Members include individuals with anxiety disorders, clinicians and researchers
who study and treat anxiety disorders, and other interested individuals. The site provides
information about the organisation and anxiety disorders.
Anxiety Network International (Thomas A. Richards, Ph.D)
http://www.anxietynetwork.com
Offers extensive information on the causes of and treatments for social anxiety and social
phobia, panic disorder, and generalised anxiety disorder. Includes articles and exercises
to help you overcome these problems. Lists support groups and online support resources.
Anxiety Screening Test
(Benjamin J. Sadock and Waguih William Ishak,
NYU Department of Psychiatry)
http://www.med.nyu.edu/Psych/screens/anx.html
Designed to give a preliminary idea about the presence of anxiety symptoms that indicate
need for evaluation by a psychiatrist or psychologist. This test does not replace a
formal psychiatric/psychological evaluation. If this address does not function, try
locating the test at http://www.med.nyu.edu/Psych/public.html.
AskMen.com
http://www.askmen.com
Includes information on sexual dysfunctions in both men and women.
AskPsychMD
(by Mark Paul Faber, M.D.)
http://www.askpsychmd.com
Good useful information focussing on 5 topic areas: depression, anxiety, attention deficit
hyperactivity disorder, sleep disorders, and medications.
Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) and Body Image Program at
Butler Hospital, Brown University
http://www.butler.org/bdd
Provides information on BDD and body image, current research, treatment options, and
Butler's program, headed by Katharine Phillips.
Borderline Personality Disorder Central
http://www.bpdcentral.com
Good basic information on borderline personality disorder.
Peter R. Breggin, MD, on the Dangers of Psychiatry and Psychiatric Drugs
http://www.breggin.com
The author of Talking Back to Prozac and Toxic Psychiatry, Breggin gives us a powerful critique of
of modern psychiatry and informs us of the dangers of psychiatric drugs, electroshock, psychosurgery, involuntary treatment, and the biological theories of
psychiatry. I think Breggin is a crucial figure in the history of
psychology/psychiatry. This site has a plethora of information on the above topics, including articles, summaries of studies, court briefings,
and current news. Super site!
CampusBlues.com
http://www.campusblues.com
A good website geared towards students who are having difficulty with anxiety, depression,
alcohol and drug problems, gambling, and many other issues.
Canadian Foundation for Drug Policy
http://www.cfdp.ca
Although this highly up-to-date site contains a tremendous amount of information on drug
policy and debate generally, there are many full-text articles, reports, studies, and
links relating to drug use and psychological issues. Includes reliable, research-based
information on the properties and effects of drugs, statistics on drug use among various
populations, and issues related to addiction and other drug-related conditions.
Canadian Psychiatric Association
http://cpa.medical.org
The CPA is Canada's professional association for psychiatrists This site provides
information about the association and some information about mental disorders.
Center for the Study of Autism
http://www.autism.org
The Center provides parents and professionals with information about autism and conducts
research on the efficacy of therapeutic interventions. Here you will find detailed
information on autism, interventions, and broader issues in this area.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
http://www.cdc.gov
The CDC is one of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Service's largest agencies. Its
mission is "to promote health and quality of life by preventing and controlling
disease, injury, and disability." This website provides information about the CDC,
general health, disease and disease prevention. It also provides a vast quantity of health
and social welfare statistics.
Clarke Institute of Psychiatry
http://www.clarke-inst.on.ca
Due to its strong emphasis on research, the Clarke is one of six unique psychiatric
institutes in North America. Its goal is to operate a hospital that provides facilities
for psychiatric research, education, diagnosis, and treatment. The site provides
information on the Clarke's services and on mental health and disorders. Note that the
Clarke is now a division of the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (http://www.camh.net). The Clarke is fully affiliated with
the University of Toronto (http://www.utoronto.ca).
This is an excellent site.
Classical (Freudian) Organisation of Disturbance
(Eddy Elmer, Simon Fraser University)
Available from this link
Graphical representation of classical (i.e Freudian) organisation of mental disorders and
psychopathology.
Crime Library
http://www.crimelibrary.com
Under the psychology section you will find articles on, among other things, pedophilia, cannibalism, necrophilia, and psychopathy.
Depression.com
http://www.depression.com
This superb site covers all aspects of depression. Included is information on the nature
and types of depression; depression's effects on sleep, weight, and sex; anxiety
associated with depression; depression and suicide; depression in special groups; living
with someone who has depression; treatments for depression, including detailed information
on drug therapies; and the latest news in depression research. Also included is a
preliminary screening test for depression symptoms.
Dealing with Depression (from Pfizer)
http://www.depression-info.com
This site explores depression and its manifestations, causes, and treatment. Of particular
interest is a depression quiz that tests your knowledge of depression. Worth the visit.
Depression.net (from Organon)
http://www.depression.net
The manufacturers of one of the newest antidepressant drugs, Remeron, bring you this
informative site on the nature, causes, and treatment of depression. Noteworthy is the
site's explanation of the mechanisms of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors
(SSRIs)—a class of antidepressant drugs.
Depression Screening Test
(Waguih William Ishak, NYU Department of Psychiatry)
http://www.med.nyu.edu/Psych/screens/depres.html
Designed to give a preliminary idea about the presence of depression symptoms that
indicate the need for evaluation by a psychiatrist or psychologist. This test does not
replace a formal psychiatric/psychological evaluation. If this address does not
function, try locating the test at http://www.med.nyu.edu/Psych/public.html.
Depression Screening Test
(National Mental Health Association)
http://www.depression-screening.org
Another good depression screening test, provided by the National Mental Health
Association.
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)
(BehaveNet Psychology Index)
http://www.behavenet.com (Click on appropriate link
under "Clinical Capsules")
The DSM, published by the American Psychiatric Association, is the official
manual by which mental health professionals diagnose mental disorders. This section of the
BehaveNet site will list the diagnostic criteria for the major disorders.
Dyslexia.com
http://www.dyslexia.com
A service of the Davis Dyslexia Association International of California. The site provides
a wealth of information on dyslexia, as well a long list of online dyslexia resources. A
great site.
Drug Policy Alliance (formerly, Lindesmith Center Drug Policy Foundation)
http://www.drugpolicy.org
Extensive, research-based site with articles, research briefs, reports, bibliographies,
and links on all sorts of drug-related topics, including: abuse; drug education; drug
effects; ecstasy (MDMA); heroin; cannabis/marijuana; methadone; overdose; and treatment.
The editors of this constantly updated site also scan the popular press to offer a wide
range of views on drug-related issues.
EffexorXR Depression and Anxiety Information
http://www.effexorxr.com
This site provides good, basic information on depression and generalised anxiety disorder
(GAD).
Emetophobia FAQ Page
http://www.fortunecity.com/greenfield/dwellers/790/index.html
The ultimate online reference for people who have a fear of vomiting (emetophobia).
Exceptionally well-researched and well-written, it will teach you everything you ever
wanted to know about emetophobia and vomiting.
Glossary of Psychiatric Terminology
(John F. Abess, MD, Charleston, SC)
http://www.abess.com/glossary.html
A superb, extensive glossary.
Glossary of Psychopathology Terms (BehaveNet Psychology Glossary)
http://www.behavenet.com (Click on appropriate link
under "Clinical Capsules")
Excellent glossary of terms related to mental illness, mental disorders, and
psychopathology.
Glossary of Symptoms and Mental Illnesses Affecting Teenagers
http://www.aacap.org/about/glossary/index.htm
Another good glossary.
Hare Psychopathy Lab at University of British Columbia
http://www.hare.org
This lab conducts research on a concept called "psychopathy" (related to
anti-social behaviour, criminal deviance, etc.). The site offers information on current
research initiatives, the lab's recent publications, psychopathy resources (including
online links), and the PCL-R and PCL-SV (Hare Psychopathy Checklist instrument).
Impotence.org
(American Foundation for Urologic Disease)
http://www.impotence.org
Provides clear, easy-to-understand general information on the causes of and treatments for
male erectile dysfunction. Includes an erectile dysfunction screening quiz.
Interactive Testing in Psychiatry (ITP)
(Benjamin J. Sadock, Waguih William IsHak, and Norman Sussman,
NYU School of Medicine, Dept. of Psychiatry)
http://www.med.nyu.edu/Psych/itp.html
Gives psychiatrists and psychiatry students an opportunity to test their knowledge through
7 modules consisting of various board-style questions.
International Center for the Study of Psychiatry and Psychology
http://www.icspp.org
"ICSPP is a research and educational network devoted to educating professionals and the
public concerning the impact of mental health theories on public policy and the effects of
therapeutic practices upon individual well-being, personal freedom, and family and
community values." Founded by Peter R. Breggin, MD Founded by Peter R. Breggin, MD (http://www.breggin.com), one of the
strongest critics
of modern psychiatry and of psychiatric drugs, electroshock, psychosurgery, involuntary treatment, and the biological theories of
psychiatry. Site contains position papers, news clippings, and compelling online resources.
International Eating Disorders Information & Referral Organization
http://www.edreferral.com
This is a new web resource providing easy-to-understand information on eating problems,
such as anorexia, bulimia, and binge-eating, and attempts to provide information on
treatment referrals.
Internet Mental Health
http://www.mentalhealth.com
This site is a must-see. It offers detailed information on a vast array of psychiatric
topics, including diagnostic, etiological, therapeutic, and research information on the 52
most common mental disorders.
Kids' Help Phone of Canada
http://kidshelp.sympatico.ca/
Kids Help Phone is Canada's only toll-free, national telephone counselling service for
children and youth. Kids' Help Phone counsels children between ages 4 and 19 and helps
young adults 20 and over find appropriate counselling services. The organisation also
takes call from parents, teachers, and others who are interested in receiving referrals to
appropriate resources. This site offers information about the service, counselling in
general, and coping with life's challenges. Also included is a listing of social service
and mental health-related resources, both on- and offline.
Learning Disabilities Association of America
http://www.ldanatl.org
LDA is a national organisation of individuals with learning disabilities, their families,
and professionals interested in diagnosis, treatment, and research related to learning
disorders. Here you will find information about LDA, fact sheets on learning disorders,
and listings for other learning disorder resources, both on and off the web.
Learning Disabilities OnLine
http://www.ldonline.com
Features in-depth information on learning disorders and Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity
Disorder. This is an excellent resource for families, teachers, and professionals working
with individuals with learning disorders and/or ADHD. It is also a great site for
individuals with these disorders.
MAP: The Media Awareness Project
http://www.mapinc.org
This site aims to promote "balanced media coverage" of issues related to drugs
and drug use. This continually updated site currently has nearly 90,000 news clippings
covering as as many angles as possible on drug-related issues. "Hot topics"
include: cannabis/marijuana; club drugs; cocaine; drug education; ecstasy; hallucinogens;
heroin; methadone; methamphetamines; Oxycontin/Oxycodone; raves; and treatment.
Medscape
http://www.medscape.com
This free service offers a plethora of information on various psychiatric topics,
especially mental and emotional disorders. The articles are thorough and highly
informative. It is a great site to visit if you would like an introduction to a certain
topic and suggestions for further reading.
Mental Health.com
(Dr. Phillip W. Long)
http://www.mentalhealth.com
Dr. Long's site offers information and electronic resources on psychiatric disorders, as
well as monographs for many common psychotropic drugs.
Mental Health Infosource
http://www.mhsource.com
This is a super jumping-off ground for information on disorders and their diagnosis,
treatment, and investigation. Access to Psychiatric Times articles. The site
offers 600+ weblinks.
Mental Health Net
http://www.cmhc.com
Similar to Mental Health Infosource (http://www.mshource.com),
although perhaps a bit more organised. This site offers a plethora of information on
disorders and their diagnosis, treatment, and investigation. Also featured are mental
health headlines.
Mental Measurements Yearbook (from Buros Institute)
http://www.unl.edu/buros
Use this extensive website to find information on and reviews of numerous tests relating
to clinical issues (moods, thoughts, abnormal and disruptive behaviours, addictions,
learning disabilities, neuropsychological problems, etc.).
Mental Wellness.com (Janssen Pharmaceuticals)
http://www.mentalwellness.com
This is an online resource for schizophrenia and other mental disorders. It provides
information on mental disorders, a glossary of mental health terms, and a listing of
additional mental health resources.
Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy, Seventeenth Edition
http://www.merck.com/pubs/mmanual/
This is the online version of one of the most frequently consulted textbooks in medicine.
Extensive full-text articles cover all areas of medicine, disease, and diagnosis. If this
address does not function, the manual may have been moved, in which case you should try to
locate it at http://www.merck.com/pubs/.
Merck Manual of Medical Information, Home Edition
http://www.merck.com/pubs/mmanual_home/
This is the online version of the Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy's Home
Edition, which presents several portions (both partial and full) of the standard edition
in everyday language. If this address does not function, the manual may have been moved,
in which case you should try to locate it at http://www.merck.com/pubs/.
Merck Manual of Geriatrics, Third Edition
http://www.merck.com/pubs/mm_geriatrics/
Based on the Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy, the online version of this
manual focuses on the medical problems of the elderly. Includes information on nursing
care and pharmacy issues. If this address does not function, the manual may have been
moved, in which case you should try to locate it at http://www.merck.com/pubs/.
Narcissism Revisited (Sam Vaknin, Ph.D)
http://samvak.tripod.com
Information on narcissistic personality disorder, narcissism and relationships,
narcissistic abuse, tips for dealing with narcissism, and much more.
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill
http://www.nami.org
NAMI is a major U.S. grassroots advocacy organisation dedicated to improving the lives of
people with severe mental illnesses. Members include individuals with mental disorders,
their families, and professionals. The site provides facts on individuals with mental
disorders and their treatment as a group. Also provided are a few weblinks of related
interest.
National Aphasia Association
http://www.aphasia.org
"A non-profit organization that promotes public education, research, rehabilitation
and support services to assist people with aphasia and their families." Site provides
information on the association, as well as various articles on aphasia and details on
current research.
National Attention Deficit Disorder Association
http://www.add.org
The NADDA is a national organisation of individuals with ADD, their friends and family,
teachers working with students having the disorder, and professionals involved in the
diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing investigation of ADD. The site provides detailed
information on the NADDA and ADD, as well as listings for related online resources.
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism
http://www.niaaa.nih.gov
The NIAAA is part of the National Institutes of Health and is the United States
Government's main agency for research into alcohol abuse and alcoholism. Their website
provides detailed information on alcohol abuse and alcoholism and access to the Alcohol and Alcohol Problems Science Database (ETOH).
National Institute of Mental Health
http://www.nimh.nih.gov
The NIMH is part of the National Institutes of Health and is the main biomedical and
behavioural research agency of the United States Government. NIH is part of the U.S.
Department of Health and Human Services (http://www.dhhs.gov).
The site provides information on mental disorders, current research activities of the
institute, and health promotion/public education. Good site.
National Parkinson Foundation, Inc.
http://www.parkinson.org
The NPF is a worldwide organisation dedicated to finding a cure for Parkinson's disease.
It supports researchers, physicians, occupational, physical and speech therapists, and
psychological counsellors who work in the field of Parkinson's treatment and research. The
foundation also provides information for Parkinson's patients, their families, and
healthcare providers. On this site you will find information on the organisation and the
disease, as well as a listing of other online resources.
National Sleep Foundation
http://www.sleepfoundation.org
The foundation aims to advance public health and safety by improving public understanding
of sleep and its disorders, and by supporting research and advocacy. The site provides
excellent general information on sleep disorders and features the Sleep Medicine Alert
for clinicians.
Network for Excellence in Women's Sexual Health
(Jennifer Berman and Laura Berman, UCLA Medical Center)
http://www.newshe.com
An excellent collection of cutting-edge information and research on female sexuality and
sexual dysfunctions, including hypoactive sexual desire, sexual arousal disorder, orgasmic
disorders, dyspareunia, and vaginismus.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Resource Center
(Solvay Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and Pharmacia & Upjohn)
http://www.ocdresource.com
This site explores Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, and its manifestations, causes, and
treatment. Also provided is information on helping someone with OCD. Worth the visit.
Paxil Mental Health Weather Station (SmithKline Glaxo)
http://www.paxil.com
This site provides clear and brief introductions to depression, panic disorder,
obsessive-compulsive disorder, and social anxiety disorder. Areas covered include
diagnosis, treatment, and research. Included is a quiz that gives a preliminary idea about
the presence of panic symptoms that indicate the need for evaluation by a psychiatrist or
psychologist.
Pediatric-Perinatal Pathology Slides
(Florida State University College of Medicine)
http://medlib.med.utah.edu/WebPath/PEDHTML/PEDIDX.html
Slides and brief text descriptions of various pathological conditions in newborns,
including: abnormalities in twinning; neural tube defects; cleft palate and cleft lip;
neoplasias; infectious conditions; and conditions of prematurity. Warning:
These images are very graphic and may be upsetting to some viewers. Should this address
not work, try finding the images at http://medlib.med.utah.edu/WebPath/webpath.html
Personality Disorders Screening Test
(Benjamin J. Sadock and Waguih William Ishak,
NYU Department of Psychiatry)
http://www.med.nyu.edu/Psych/screens/pds.html
Designed to give a preliminary indication of certain personality traits that might be
associated with a personality disorder. This test does not replace a formal
psychiatric/psychological evaluation. If this address does not function, try locating
the test at http://www.med.nyu.edu/Psych/public.html.
PsychCanada Screening for Depression, Panic Disorder,
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, and Social Anxiety Disorder
(SmithKline Glaxo)
http://www.psychcanada.com
This interactive site provides information on depression, panic disorder, OCD, and social
anxiety disorder. Also included are tests to screen for the symptoms that may indicate the
presence of any of these disorders.
Psychedelic Library
http://www.psychedelic-library.org
The world's most comprehensive online library relating to the uses and effects of
psychedelic drugs. Interesting full-text articles, reports, and resources on such topics
as: psychedelics and psychotherapy; psychedelic research of the 1950s and 1960s; religious
experience and personal growth; culture and social policy; and psychedelic renaissance.
Psychiatric Disorders Index (Christopher L. Heffner, Ph.D)
http://allpsych.com/disorders/index.html
Handy, concise quick-reference listing of all the psychiatric disorders, with brief information on symptoms, etiology,
prevalence, and prognosis. If this address doesn't
work, go to http://allpsych.com and find the disorders guide from the main menus.
Psychological Self-Help (Clayton E. Tucker-Ladd, Ph.D)
http://mentalhelp.net/psyhelp/
A very well-written full-length online book covering the following topics: Behavior,
Motivation, and Self-Control; Stress, Anxiety, Fears, and Psychosomatic Disorders;
Depression and Self-Concept; Anger and Aggression; and Methods for Changing Behavior and
Emotions.
St. Joseph Health Center, Eating Disorders Clinic
http://www.eating-disorders.com
The Center offers one of the most comprehensive eating disorders programs in North
America. Along with information about the program, you will find detailed facts on all
aspects of eating disorders, plus a listing of additional reading materials and other
online resources. The site hosts two questionnaires (under "What You Need to Know
About Eating Disorders") designed to help give a preliminary idea about the presence
of symptoms (in you or someone you know) that indicate the need for an evaluation by a
psychiatrist. These tests do not replace a formal psychiatric or medical evaluation.
A highly-recommended site.
Schizophrenia Help Home Page
http://www.schizophrenia-help.com
Great site with all sorts of information on the treatment of schizophrenia.
School Psychology Resources Online
http://www.schoolpsychology.net
A repository of online resources for all aspects of early childhood and learning
disorders.
Sexual Disorders Screening Test for Men
(Benjamin J. Sadock and Waguih William Ishak,
NYU Department of Psychiatry)
http://www.med.nyu.edu/Psych/screens/sdsm.html
Designed to give a preliminary idea about the presence of sexual symptoms that indicate
need for evaluation by a psychiatrist/psychologist. This test does not replace a
formal psychiatric/psychological or medical evaluation. If this address does not
function, try locating the test at http://www.med.nyu.edu/Psych/public.html.
Sexual Disorders Screening Test for Women
(Benjamin J. Sadock and Waguih William Ishak,
NYU Department of Psychiatry)
http://www.med.nyu.edu/Psych/screens/sdsf.html
Designed to give a preliminary idea about the presence of sexual symptoms that indicate
need for evaluation by a psychiatrist. This test does not replace a formal psychiatric
or medical evaluation. If this address does not function, the test may have been
moved, in which case you should try to locate it at http://www.med.nyu.edu/Psych/public.html.
Shyness Institute
http://www.shyness.com
This is a resource offered by the Palo Alto Shyness Clinic, well-known for its treatment
program for shyness, social anxiety/phobia, and other anxiety disorders. This site lists
some good online resources that can introduce you to the above topics.
Sleep Dictionary (Sleepnet)
http://www.sleepnet.com/definition.html
An excellent dictionary of 400+ sleep-related terms.
Sleep and Sleep Disorders Glossary (BehaveNet Psychology Glossary)
http://www.behavenet.com (Click on appropriate link
under "Clinical Capsules")
Excellent glossary of terms related to sleep, sleep disorders, and polysomnography.
Sleepnet
http://www.sleepnet.com
A massive repository of online information and resources pertaining to sleep and its
disorders. Features an excellent dictionary of 400+ sleep-related terms.
Social Anxiety Institute (Thomas A. Richards, Ph.D)
http://www.socialanxietyinstitute.org
Learn what social anxiety and social phobia are and how they can be treated. Also learn
about readers' real-life experiences with these problems and how they overcame them.
Social Anxiety Network (Thomas A. Richards, Ph.D)
http://www.social-anxiety-network.com
Extensive information on the causes of and treatments for social anxiety and social
phobia. Includes articles and exercises to help you overcome these problems. Lists support
groups and online support resources.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
(United States Department of Health and Human Services)
http://www.samhsa.gov
This is a super jumping-off ground for research into substance abuse and other mental
health information.
Thomas S. Szasz Site
http://www.szasz.com
Thomas Szasz is one of the most vocal and engaging critics of his profession, psychiatry. He questions what it is to be
"mentally ill" and who decides what "mental illness" is. He is the one who suggested that "mental illness" is a myth---that the term was initially
meant to be a metaphor, but eventually became reified and got a life of its own. He is particularly critical of
involuntary psychiatric treatment. I think Szasz is a crucial figure in the history of
psychology/psychiatry. On this site you will find all sorts of material on the man and his ideas, including articles, transcripts of
debates, correspondence, and links to useful resources.
Transsexuality (Jennifer Diane Reitz)
http://transsexual.org
Transsexuality (also known as gender dysphoria or gender identity disorder) involves feeling a profound mismatch between
one's biological sex (male/female) and one's gender (one's feeling of being male/female). In other words, a transsexual
feels that he is a man trapped in a woman's body, or vice versa.
In addition to all sorts of information on transsexuality specifically, this site
also has information on gender more generally.
United States Surgeon General: Report on Mental Health
http://www.surgeongeneral.gov/library/mentalhealth
The 51st Report of the Surgeon General is an exhaustive review of the research on mental
health and mental illness. The report, reviewing 3,000 academic studies, highlights the
prevalence of mental illness in the United States, and states that financial cost and
stigma are two of the main barriers preventing citizens from seeking treatment. This is an
excellent seminal report.
Virtual Hospital (University of Iowa)
http://www.vh.org
A fabulous resource with textbook-length articles on psychiatric issues and disorders.
Includes teaching files, patient simulations, and lecture notes.
The Wager: Weekly Addiction Gambling Education Report
(Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling)
http://www.thewager.org
Online version of the weekly research bulletin published by Harvard Medical School's Division on Addictions,
in collaboration with the Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling. Includes archives.
World Health Organisation
http://www.who.org
Worldwide Project on Sleep and Health
(World Health Organisation)
http://www.worldsleep.org
This project proposes to build a repository of information on sleep to help examine the
relationship between sleep and health; to improve sleep hygiene; and to treat sleep
disorders worldwide.
Other Resources
In addition to consulting the various online indexes, search
engines, and abstracts databases listed on this page, you should consult the websites
of college and university counselling centres. Many of them contain very informative
electronic brochures on a variety of mental disorder topics. Yahoo (http://www.yahoo.com) maintains an extensive list of
college and university websites.
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