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NURS308 Course Research Guide: Find Articles

This guide provides links to resources and search tips for the movie analysis paper.

Article Databases

PubMed and Fusion are the suggested databases to find scholarly articles for the Movie Analysis paper. Access those resources using the following links:

This page also contains videos and search tips to help you use the databases effectively for this project. If you need assistance developing your search strategy, review this helpful handout or don't hesitate contact your librarian.

Video: How to Search PubMed

This video provides instructions on how to search PubMed specifically for your Movie Analysis paper. See the Search Tips box at the bottom of this page for additional suggestions.

Run time: 3:22 | Last updated: July 2025
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Video: How to Search Bryan Fusion

This video provides a general overview of how to search Fusion. If you need suggestions on how to search for articles specifically for your Movie Analysis paper, feel free to contact your librarian.

Run time: 4:45 | Last updated: April 2025
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Database Search Tips

Tip 1: Consider all possible terms

Is there more than one way to search for your disorder? Are abbreviations often used when referring to your disorder? Spell out abbreviations and consider alternate spellings, common names, etc. For example, you might search for “major depressive disorder” or depression, or OCD or "obsessive compulsive disorder."

Additionally, are there any other aspects of the film's main character that you might consider when searching for information? These might include gender, age, or other defining characteristics.

Tip 2: Gather additional information

It can be challenging to start searching in databases without some basic understanding of your topic. You may need to gather additional background information from other sources to help identify more search terms.

  • Non pharmacological treatments

Find background information in the textbook or a reputable website, such as a site from a national organization focused on your topic. Reputable websites may be helpful way to identify specific treatment options, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, which you can then search for in PubMed or Fusion.

  • Defense mechanisms and coping skills

Refer to the “Ego Defense Mechanisms” chart on p. 18-19 in the course textbook. The defense mechanisms are listed, along with a definition and an example. Remember, articles for this section of your paper can be older than 5 years.