Thesaurus of Psychological Index Terms, 11th Edition » (11st Edition)

The hardcover, ninth edition of the Thesaurus of Psychological Index Terms provides the most up-to-date psychological vocabulary used to search the 1.7 million records in the PsycINFO database. The Thesaurus contains well over 5,000 index terms with easy-to-read scope notes and definitions. This easy-to-use reference tool is divided into three sections: the Relationship Section, the Rotated Alphabetical Terms Section, and the Clusters section. In the Relationship Section, each term is listed alphabetically and is cross-referenced and displayed with its hierarchical structure denoting broader, narrower, and related terms. The Rotated Alphabetical Section list terms in alphabetical order by each component word. Finally, the Clusters Section provides groups of terms that are conceptually related and displayed under broad subject categories. This essential reference tool is completely integrated with essential tips on searching along with a quick reference guide to all online and CD-ROM systems.

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New edition of a reference tool for use with the PsychINFO and ClinPSYC databases or in order to advance scientific and professional knowledge in and about psychology and related disciplines. Sections include developments of this edition (new postable and nonpostable terms, status terms, changes to spelling or text, deletions, or terms receiving "mapping and stripping"); a user guide; and subject searching in PsycINFO. Also contains sections on relationship, rotated alphabetical terms, and term clusters. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)