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Previous research is the most common inspiration for new research ideas. Because science is a collaborative process, researchers constantly read, evaluate, and build upon each other's work. Novice researchers can find inspiration by consulting experienced researchers or by reading titles and abstracts in professional psychology journals.

Previous Research as Research Inspiration

The research literature in any given scientific field consists of all the published research in that area. It primarily includes articles in professional journals and scholarly books, while excluding sources intended for the general public, such as self-help books, dictionary entries, and websites, which lack rigorous peer review.

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