This document discusses different types of libraries that can help with research and reduce stress. It identifies three main types: public libraries which serve the general public, academic libraries focused on students and professors' needs, and special libraries like law or medical libraries with specific collections. Each library tailors its resources based on patron needs, from computer access at public libraries to specialized databases and journals at academic libraries. The document encourages students stressed over papers to visit their university's reference librarians for research help and guidance.

1. Stressed out about your paper? Need research help?
Where can you go?
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2. The Library!
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3. Different Types of Libraries for
Different Needs
• Public libraries
• serve the general public and their information
needs
• Academic libraries
• serve students and professors
• Special libraries
• include law libraries, medical libraries, map
libraries, music libraries, and more

4. Public Libraries
• Computer and internet use
• Appealing to the general public
• Convenient hours
• Desired books, movies, etc
• Pleasant and helpful staff
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5. Academic Libraries
• Different from public libraries
• More focus on specialized academic research
• Collection and focus depends on size of school,
student needs, etc
• Online databases, journals, and catalogs

6. Special Libraries
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• Many different types of libraries in this category
• Librarian-mediated research
• Open to general public? Maybe, maybe not
• Thousands of special libraries in the U.S.

7. Let’s summarize…
• Three general types of libraries
• Public
• Academic
• Special
• Different collections and services based on needs of
patrons

8. And that research paper you were
stressing over?
• Libraries and librarians are there to help you! Make an
appointment or stop in to see a reference librarian at your
university’s library; they can help you with your research
and get you on the right path.
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