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Research Tips and Tricks

Using AND/OR/NOT

When you are using the OneSearch, EBSCOhost, or other databases, you will see boolean opeators (AND/OR/NOT) in-between boxes where you can input your keywords. 

Use AND for words that you want to be searched together. Like Social Media AND Teens.

Use OR for synonyms. Like Psychology OR Mental Health.

USE NOT for words you do not want. Like Teenagers NOT children. 

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