PsycInfo platforms: a tale of two interfaces (Ovid vs. EBSCO).

Q1 Social Sciences

Medical Reference Services Quarterly Pub Date : 2026-01-01 Epub Date: 2026-01-29 DOI:10.1080/02763869.2026.2619781

Sandra Yvette Desjardins, Jamie Quinn

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Abstract

PsycInfo is a foundational database for evidence-based behavioral health literature, which makes it an essential tool for health sciences librarians. This column provides a comprehensive comparison of PsycInfo on Ovid and EBSCO platforms. It offers a foundational overview for new librarians, guiding them through essential functionalities and navigation. The article also helps librarians evaluate potential database acquisitions by highlighting the distinct features and search capabilities of each interface. This comparison aims to equip health sciences librarians with the knowledge to optimize search strategies and inform strategic purchasing decisions.

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PsycInfo平台：两个接口的故事（Ovid vs. EBSCO）。

PsycInfo是一个基于证据的行为健康文献的基础数据库，这使它成为健康科学图书馆员的重要工具。本专栏提供了PsycInfo在Ovid和EBSCO平台上的全面比较。它为新的图书馆员提供了一个基本的概述，指导他们通过基本的功能和导航。本文还通过强调每个界面的独特特性和搜索功能，帮助图书馆员评估潜在的数据库收购。这种比较的目的是装备健康科学图书馆员的知识，以优化搜索策略，并告知战略采购决策。

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Medical Reference Services Quarterly Social Sciences-Library and Information Sciences

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