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Disability Studies Research Guide: Find Background Sources

Find the best online and print resources for research in Disability Studies.

FINDING BACKGROUND SOURCES

Why Use Reference Sources?

Encyclopedias, handbooks, and other reference sources are a great starting point for your research. They can help you with your research by:

  • providing a concise overview of a topic with reliable facts
  • defining key concepts and terms
  • highlighting important themes and individuals in the field
  • identifying keywords for further searching in catalogs and databases

Reference sources also include bibliographies that will help you identify important primary and secondary works in your subject area that you can explore for more detailed information.

HANDBOOKS - GENERAL DISABILITIES TOPICS

HANDBOOKS - SPECIFIC DISABILITIES