Research Guides: Family Studies: Start Your Research Here

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CQ Researcher (Congressional Quarterly) (VALE) This link opens in a new window Features comprehensive reports by reputable journalists on current news issues and topics. The reports cover various subjects, including education, politics, international relations, health, social issues, immigration, criminal justice, and the economy. Look under "Browse Reports" to find the "Pro/Con" section.
Issues & Controversies (Infobase Learning) This link opens in a new window Good starting point for gathering background information (including pro and con perspectives) on current hot topics; helpful source of research topic ideas.
Points of View Reference Center (EBSCOhost / JerseyClicks) (NJSL) This link opens in a new window Provides essays that present opposing viewpoints on a variety of current topics. This is a great tool for researching the pros and cons of controversial issues.

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Encyclopedia of Human Development

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Volumes 1-3

Encyclopedia of Interpersonal Violence

Electronic Resource, Volumes 1-2

Encyclopedia of Motherhood

Electronic Resource, Volumes 1-3

Encyclopedia of Social Psychology

Electronic Resource, Volumes 1-2

Encyclopedia of the Life Course and Human Development

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Handbook for Working With Children and Youth

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Handbook of Adoption

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Handbook of Contemporary Families

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Handbook of Families & Poverty

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Handbook of Family Theories

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Handbook of Feminist Family Studies

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Handbook of Parenting

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Handbook of World Families

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Handbook of Youth Mentoring

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