Q. how do i effectively search the databases? using certain key words.
I need help searching a paper that would help benefit my paper. I have tried researching the dependence we have on technology, more as what addictions we may have or what mental health problems it is causing us. what are some options i can put in the margins for a more productive come out? all that comes up is children or people who are dependent on health technology, but i am wanting to base my paper off on hand held technology.
It might help to narrow your searches down a little. Instead of using a term as broad as "technology," select a few specific subjects like "internet" or "smartphone" or whichever other ones you might want to write about. You could use the words "behavior," "change," "reliance (or reliant)," "adaptation," "loss (or reduction)," etc, in conjunction with those subjects. Each subject should have its own set of keywords or topics that you can pursue as well; for example, how the internet has affected literacy and memory.