Welcome! You have arrived at the WSC Writing in Psychology Website.

This site is designed for students who have been assigned to write either a research paper (also known as a lab report) or term on a specific topic/issue in Psychology. This site provides students with an explanation of the differences
between these two different types of papers, including:

Tips about the writing process
The sections that make up each type of paper
The type(s) of information expected in each section
APA format and how it varies among types of papers
Example of a research report written as a manuscript
Common errors made in Psychological Writing
Links to specific psychology professors’ handouts
Useful websites for more detailed information
Links for finding more help with writing at WSC

Psych Home Page WSC Reading and Writing Center WSC Library/PsycInfo

Website created by:
Susan E. Dutch, Ph.D.
Department of Psychology and
Reading and Writing Center Liaison, 2006-07

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