Family Studies Research Guide

Departmental Representatives

For the area of Family Studies, the subject bibliographer is:

Susie Rohrbough, Collection Development Librarian
Office: Alden Library 401A
Phone: 593-9686
E-Mail: rohrboug@ohio.edu

The faculty library liaison person is:

Dr. Schuyler Cone, Assistant Professor, Human and Consumer Sciences
Office: Grover Center W357
Phone: 593-2886
E-Mail: cone@ohiou.edu

Abstracts and Indexes

(for finding journal articles and perhaps other published sources of information)

PsycInfo

• Indexes approximately 1300 journals in the field of psychology and related disciplines, such as counseling, social linguistics, medicine, law, physiology, business, psychiatry, and anthropology. Also indexes bookd, chapters within books, and dissertations.
• Comprehensive and international in scope. Indexes materials in 27 languages from 46 countries. About 11% of the items indexed are not in English.
• Coverage of the current file is 1967 to the present. The current file is updated monthly. There is also a Historic PsycInfo file for 1887-1966.
• Online tutorial www.library.kent.edu/subjects/psych/guide/psytutor.html
• Availability: all on-campus computers with web access; from off-campus, Ohio University students, faculty, and staff have access through a login process.

• Indexes articles and citations from over 1700 international journals in all areas of the social sciences. Because the information stored about each article includes the article's cited reference list (often called its bibliography), you can also search the databases for articles that cite a known author or work.
• Coverage of source journals is 1980 to date. Cited references can come from any time period. It is updated weekly.
• Online tutorial www.isinet.com/tutorials/webofscience/
• Availability: all on-campus computers with web access; from off-campus, Ohio University students, faculty, and staff have access through a login process.

• Indexes articles in major social sciences journals.
• Coverage from 1983 to the present. It is updated monthly.
• Availability: all on-campus computers with web access; from off-campus only users of DialNet.

• Indexes articles on anthropology, area studies, communication, economics, ethnic studies, geography, human services, international relations, law, police sciences, political sciences, population studies, psychiatry, psychology, public adminstration, public health, social work, sociology, women's studies.
• Selective coverage of about 400 journals.
• Coverage from 1980 to the present. It is updated monthly.
• Availability: all on-campus computers with web access; from off-campus only users of DialNet.

• Comprehensive article database with abstracts for more than 590 "core" Sociology journals dating back to 1895. In addition, this file provides data mined from more than 500 "priority" coverage journals as well as 1,040 "selective" coverage journals.
• Also includes indexing for books, monographs, conference papers, and other sources.

Reference Books

Below is a selected list of reference books in Alden Library, with call numbers and brief description. They can be found in the Reference Department on the 4th floor.

Aging
Ref HQ 1061 .A42453 2000 2 vols. An encyclopedia of brief to medium length articles covering sociological issues, health and medical concerns, family dynamics, economics and finances, legislation and law, organizations, the media and prominent people.

Aging: Lifestyles, Work and Money
Ref HQ 1064 US V493 2005. Presents statistical data on current aged population in United States.

American Family, Reflecting a Changing Nation, 2001
Ref HQ 536 .A535x Presents and interprets statistics relating to American families, the forces impacting them, and their changing character.

Bioethics: sex genetics, & human reproduction
Ref HQ 32 .E86 1998 An encyclopedia of articles discussing the ethical issues of a variety of topics from genetics to family relationships.

Domestic Violence: a Reference Handbook
Ref. HQ 809.3 .U5 M385 1995 Information on causes, available services, possible solutions from differing perspectives.

Encyclopedia of Adoption
Ref HV 875.55 .A28 2000 A single volume reference to basic information on adoptionãsocial legal, economic, psychological, and political.

Encyclopedia of Aging
Health Ref. HQ 1061 E53 2002 Comprehensive 4 volume encyclopedia covering social, economic, medical and psychological issues.

Encyclopedia of Birth Control
Ref HQ 766 .R442 2000 200 entries in A-Z format provide information on all aspects of birth control from reproductive biology to history, from legislation to medical research.

Encyclopedia of Death
Ref HQ 1073 .E54 1989 A multi-disciplinary reference work presenting scientific, religious, and social services perspectives.

Encyclopedia of Family Life
Ref HQ 534 .E53 1999 5 vols. Discussions of family issues which include definitions of terms, an historical context, summary of controversies, health and legal concerns, important people and organizations.

Encyclopedia of Death and Dying
Ref HQ 1073 C37 2005 Multicultural topics particulary well covered

Encyclopedia of Marriage and the Family
Ref. HQ 9 E52 1995 volume 1 and 2 A compendium of knowledge about marriages, families and human relationships and about the psychological, cultural and societal forces that influence them.

Encyclopedia of Sex
Ref HQ 9 .E54 2000 Dr. Ruth Westheimer's presentation of terms, concepts, and facts on all aspects of human sexuality.

Families and Aging
Ref. Z 7164 O4 C67 1991 Annotated bibliography covering materials (including films and dissertations) on families and the aging process.

Family Research
Ref. HQ 518 F3428 1991 Review of research on the family from 1900-1990, arranged by topic (e.g. religion and families, gender roles in the family) and by decade.

Growing Old in America
Ref HQ 1064 .U5 G76x Primarily presents statistical data relating to older Amercians and puts the data into social and economic contexts.

International Encyclopedia of Sexuality
Ref HQ21 .I68 1997 Information about patterns and trends in sexual attitudes and behaviors in 32 countries around the world.

Parenthood in America: An Encyclopedia
Ref HQ 755.8 .P3783 2000 2 vols. Compedium for parents and professionals which presents theoretical, conceptual, and historical background, as well as practical issues and problems.

Statistical Handbook on the American Family
Ref HQ 536 S727 1999 Statistics from a wide variety of sources including Gallup polls, government agencies, research monographs.

Journals (in print and online)

Below is a selected list of journals in Alden Library, with call numbers. Except those titles noted as located in the Health Sciences Library (HSL), the recent issues are in the Current Periodicals area (2nd floor of Alden Library). Older volumes are in the General Stacks (according to call number) or otherwise noted. Follow the link to ALICE for exact library holdings and locations.

Library Catalogs (for finding books, journals, videos, etc.)

ALICE: Ohio University Libraries' Online Catalog (Web version)
ALICE is the name of the online library catalog for all campuses of Ohio University - Athens, Chillicothe, Eastern, Lancaster, Southern, and Zanesville. Look for the handout "Using ALICE" for more information.

OhioLINK Central Catalog
The OhioLINK Central Catalog represents the combined holdings of more than fifty libraries around the state. Link here for more information about online borrowing: http://www.library.ohiou.edu/libinfo/howto/ohiolinkrequest.htm

Library of Congress Call Numbers for related subjects

These are the call numbers used by the Ohio University Libraries for books and other materials relating to the listed topics. In Alden Library, most of the circulating books with these call numbers can be found on the 6th floor.

Web Sites

ADOL: Adolescence Directory Online (Indiana University)
"an electronic guide to information on adolescent issues. It is a service of the Center for Adolescent Studies at Indiana University. Educators, counselors, parents, researchers, health practitioners, and teens can use ADOL to find Web resources" relating to issues important to adolescents and those in contact with them.

Child and Family Web Guide
"Created by faculty in the Eliot-Pearson Department of Child Development at Tufts University, in collaboration with academic librarians at Tufts' Tisch Library and the Society for Research in Child Development, the WebGuide identifies, describes and evaluates web sites that contain the most credible information available on a given topic. There are six categories of information: Family, Education, Health, Typical Development, Childcare, and Activities. The first five categories contain sites with research-based information that is evaluated by a team of child development graduate students. The sixth category, Activities, contains sites with information about specific programs and things to do -- organized by region. This category, which does not involve research-based information, was added at the request of parents."

Families and Social Policy

Families and Work Institute "a non-profit organization that addresses the changing nature of work and family life. We are committed to finding research-based strategies that foster mutually supportive connections among workplaces, families, and communities." Includes information about their research and publications, including "The Fatherhood Project."

The Policy Action Network(formerly Electronic Policy Network)
"Families, Children, and Youth." The EPN is a consortium of public policy and advocacy organizations which work together to gather data and analyze social issues to better inform legislators and the public.

Children's Issues

Child Abuse Prevention Network
http://child-abuse.com/

Child Life Council
http://www.childlife.org/

Child Welfare League
http://www.childwelfare.com/

Children's Defense Fund
http://www.childrensdefense.org/ Data from their publication Children In The States.

National Center for Children in Poverty
http://cpmcnet.columbia.edu/dept/nccp/

Zero to Three (National Center for Infants, Toddlers & Families presents: Young Explorers)
http://www.zerotothree.org

Government Resources ‚ United States

Administration for Children and Families, Department of Health and Human Services
http://www.acf.dhhs.gov/

National Clearinghouse on Child Abuse and Neglect Information
http://nccanch.acf.hhs.gov/

National Clearinghouse on Families and Youth
http://www.ncfy.com/

Professional Associations and Organizations

Alan Guttmacher Association "a non-profit organization focused on sexual and reproductive health research, policy analysis and public education."

American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry "Facts for Families and Other Resources" provide concise and up-to-date information on issues that affect children, teenagers, and their families.

American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences

American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy A professional organization with more than 23,000 members. Their site provides brief full-text publications and other information intended for family members seeking information relating to health and relationship issues. Information about the association, the field of marriage and family therapy, and ethical issues is included.

American Geriatrics Association "The premier professional organization of health care providers dedicated to improving the health and well-being of all older adults." There are many links to organizations and groups concerned with the health of older people.

American Sociological Association The primary association for sociologists and social researchers. The site has three sections: for sociologists, for students, for the public.

Association for Career and Technical Education

Gerontological Society of America A professional organization for professionals interested in aging across a broad spectrum of disciplines. Sections include biological, medical, social, behavioral, and policy groups. The Online Resources list provides links to a wide range of other resources.

National Association of Social Workers "organization that promotes, develops, and protects the practice of social work and social workers. NASW also seeks to enhance the effective functioning and well-being of individuals, families, and communities through its work and through its advocacy." Both Advocacy" and "Practice" sections include documents relevant to those interested in family issues. Links focus on social work, advocacy, child abuse, health, and mental health.

National Council on Family Relations

National Council on the Aging "association of organizations and professionals dedicated to promoting the dignity, self-determination, well being, and contributions of older persons. ämembers include senior centers, area agencies on aging, adult day services, faith congregations, senior housing, health centers, employment services, and consumer organizations. Many leaders from academia, business, and labor also join NCOA to support our mission and work."

SIECUS: Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States "a national, nonprofit organization 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."

Society for Research in Child Development The primary professional association in the field of child development, with a members hip of approximately 5,500 researchers, practitioners, and human development professionals in 50 countries.

Statistical Resources

United States Census Bureau

Families and Living Arrangements data

Marital Status and Living Arrangements data

AmeriStat, The Population Reference Bureau Demographic studies and analyses organized in categories, including Children, Marriage/Family, and Older Population. Utilizes and links to U. S. Census data.

National Center for Health Statistics, Center for Disease Control.

National Survey of America's Families families "provides a comprehensive look at the well-being of adults and children and reveals sometimes striking differences among the 13 states studied in depth. The survey provides quantitative measures of the quality of life in America," with particular attention to low-income families.

UNICEF. Statistical data on the women and children of the world, searchable by country.