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Last updated March 2003

Reference Resources | Locating Books | Locating Articles | World Wide Web Resources

Reference Resources
Use these sources for background information or to get an understanding of major concepts.
Encyclopedias, Dictionaries, and Handbooks
 
Dictionary of Gerontology Ref. HQ 1061 .H338 1988
  • This source provides definition of terms related to the study of Gerontology. This source is divided into subject areas and most terms are accompanied by references.
  • Browse HQ 1061
The Encyclopedia of Aging Ref. HQ 1061. E53 2001
  • This is a comprehensive source that presents topics and people relevant in the fields of Gerontology and Geriatrics.
  • Browse HQ 1061
The Encyclopedia of Aging and the Elderly Ref. HQ 1061 .R69 1992
  • Encyclopedia that presents a wide variety of topics dealing with aging and the elderly. Most entries are accompanied by references.
  • Browse HQ 1061
Encyclopedia of Gerontology: Age, Aging, and the Aged Ref. RC 952.5 .E58 1996
  • Divided into two volumes, this source provides a rather in depth coverage of issues dealing with Gerontology.
  • Browse RC 952.5
Encyclopedia of Senior Citizens Information Sources Ref. Z 7164.O4E53 1987
  • A Bibliographic Guide to Approximately 13,500 Citations for Publications, Organizations, and Other Sources of Information on Nearly 300 Subjects
  • Browse Z 7164
Older Americans Almanac: A Reference Work on Seniors in the United States Ref. HQ 1064 .U5 O416 1994
  • This source is divided into subject areas concerning the study of aging. This source is easy to understand and each subject area provides references.
  • Browse HQ 1064
Topics in Gerontology Ref. Z 7164 .O4-T66 1993
  • Focusing on different subject areas concerning gerontology, this source provides essays and bibliographies of the different subject areas.
  • Browse Z 7164

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Statistical Resources
 
Fact Book on Aging Ref. HQ 1064 .U5V494 1990
  • This source presents various statistics concerning the aging population.
  • Browse HQ 1064
Nursing Home Statistical Yearbook Ready Ref. RA 997 .A1-N89 1997
  • This source provides information and statistics concerning nursing homes and the people that live within those homes.
  • Browse RA 997
Statistical Abstract of the United States Ref. HA 202 (Latest year at Reference Desk)
  • Latest edition found in Ready reference, inquire at reference desk. Produced by the U.S. Census Bureau, this source presents a multitude of U.S. statistics in various areas.
  • Browse HA 202
Statistical Handbook on Aging Americans Ref. HQ 1064 .U5S695 1994
  • Latest edition found in Ready reference, inquire at reference desk. This source provides tables and charts related to the aging population in America.
  • Browse HQ 1064
Statistical Record of Older Americans Ref. HQ 1064 .U5S348 1994
  • Latest edition found in Ready reference, inquire at reference desk. Excellent source providing easy to understand tables of statistics concentrating on the older American population. Each table provides the source that the information was obtained from.
  • Browse HQ 1064

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Locating Books
 
Search: MaagNet (the online catalog)
  • For search tips and information see Using MaagNet.
  • Not sure of a topic? Here are a few Library of Congress Subject Headings to get you started:
    • Longevity
    • Old Age
    • Aged
    • Geriatrics
    • Aging
    • Retirement
Browse:  the collections
Resources in Gerontology may be found throughout the library:  in the Reference Room, in the General and Oversize Collections, in the Serials/Microforms area and in Government Documents (see Building Guide).
Search:  the OhioLINK Central Catalog  [combined catalogs of OhioLINK member libraries]
See Where to Start to Find Books for additional resources.

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Locating Articles
 
Search: Databases, Indexes and Abstracts
  • Search these resources by keyword or subject to find references to journal articles.
  • Alternately, use a Subject Cluster Search to search several databases at one time.
  • Journal articles may be available electronically or on the lower level of Maag Library. See Where to Start to Find Periodical Articles for an overview of how to find articles.
Browse or search: the OhioLINK Electronic Journal Center
Locate: the Current Periodicals in Sociology and Anthropology for Maag Library
  • Use this list to browse the Current Periodicals (arranged by title) on the lower floor of Maag Library.

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Databases, Indexes and Abstracts
 
Full Text Selected full-text articles available online.
(Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader)		 Remote Access Available Remote access available.
Current YSU or OhioLINK students, faculty and staff only. See Connecting from Home for more information).		 Print Resource Print source.
Available in library only.
To search databases by remote access, start at the OhioLINK Home Page  (http://www.ohiolink.edu/) then "Explore OhioLINK Databases" by subject, by name or by type. You must login to authenticate (select your institution, enter your name and library barcode) if accessing databases from off campus. For additional assistance see: Connecting from Home and OhioLINK Remote Authentication--Frequently Asked Questions.
Databases, Indexes and Abstracts,
Related to Gerontology
 
Academic Search Premier  On-campus access   Off campus access (Requires authentication) 1984 to date. Updated daily. Full Text Remote Access Available
  • A multidisciplinary database that indexes over 4300 periodicals and contains full text for over 3400 scholarly publications.
  • For assistance in searching, use online help or Ask a Librarian.
Human Resources Abstracts  Z 7165 .U5P2   1975 to 2000. Print Source
  • A comprehensive source of abstracts which cover human, social, and manpower problems. Abstracts are classified under general subject headings such as: labor market, social change, social conditions, or housing. An author and subject index are available.
ISI Citation Indexes  1980 to present. Full Text Remote Access Available
  • Print volumes, known as Social Sciencs Citation Indexes are available from 1973 to 1998. This work helps you find sources cited by others who have already researched a subject. The Permuterm Subject Index offers a subject approach by indexing all signiicant works of a title and subtitle.
  • For searching assistance, use online help or Ask a Librarian.
Lexis-Nexis Universe  On-campus access   Off campus access (Requires authentication) Updated daily. Full Text Remote Access Available
  • A full-text database of news-related articles from newspapers, magazines and journals as well as newswire reports and media transcripts.
  • For assistance in searching, use online help or Ask a Librarian.
PAIS Database  1972 to present. Full Text Remote Access Available
  • Online index to current books, pamphlets, periodical articles, and government documents regarding public policy and public affairs.
  • For assistance in searching, use online help or Ask a Librarian
PsycINFO  1967 to present. Full Text Remote Access Available
  • The electronic version of Psychological Abstracts providing citations to, and abstracts of, journal articles, dissertations and book chapters on psychology and related fields.
  • For searching assistance, use online help or Ask a Librarian.
SIRS Researcher  On-campus access   Off campus access (Requires authentication) 1989 to date. Updated daily. Full Text Remote Access Available
  • Includes full-text articles from newspapers, magazines, and journals, as well as newswire reports and media transcripts.
  • For assistance in searching, use online help or Ask a Librarian.
Social Sciences Index  AI 3 .S62   1974 to present. Print Source
  • One of the two indexes which superceded the Social Sciences and Humanities Index. This index offers an author and subject approach to periodicals in the social sciences in such fields as anthropology, law and criminology, public administration, and sociology.
Sociological Abstracts  1963 to present. Full Text Remote Access Available
  • Indexes English-language sociology journals. The entries are classified under major subject area. The print version (1953-1998) is available through the NE Regional Depository, ask at Reference desk.
  • For searching assistance, use online help or Ask a Librarian.

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World Wide Web Resources in Gerontology
 
YSU Department of Sociology and Anthropology
  • This site provides information about department, curricula, faculty, projects, student employment, and other useful links.
American Society on Aging
  • Great site providing information to professionals working with older adults.
Administration on Aging
  • Government sponsored site providing information from Administration on Aging. This site has capability to translate into 8 different languages.
Social Gerontology and the Aging Revolution
  • A division of a Sociological Tour through Cyberspace, this site provides several links to gerontological sites and resources.

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