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Applied Behavior Analysis

Links to databases for Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), the use of operant conditioning in clinical and everyday settings. Also helpful for behavior modification, behavior therapy, autism spectrum disorders, and related topics.

Contact the Librarian at your campus for more help!

Nonny Schlotzhauer

University Park / World Campus:
Nonny Schlotzhauer
(nonny@psu.edu or 814-863-4644)

Bernadette Lear

Harrisburg / World Campus:
Bernadette Lear
(BAL19@psu.edu or 717-948-6360)

Librarians at additional locations

ABA Search Tips

Use each database's thesaurus or subject headings list to identify the best wording for your topic. For example, PsycINFO uses:

  • Behavior therapy (NOT "behavioral intervention")
  • Autism spectrum disorders (NOT "autistic children")

Need to find empirical articles? Below is a guide that tells you what they are and how to find them:

Using ProQuest Databases (including PsycINFO and ERIC)

Using Penn State and General Search Tools