YES!
Even though the words you are using are your own, the original thoughts are not. Paraphrasing (putting information into your own words) is one way to get information into your paper. Any information that you get from an outside source for your papers must be cited - including what you paraphrase or put in your own words.
Learn more about APA requirements by visiting the Library home page and looking for the Citation Help section. There you will find links to guides, tutorials, tip sheets, and more. You can also find support for using APA through the Tutoring & Writing Center (TWC). See the Student Resource Center on your Canvas Dashboard and go to the TWC to connect with academic writing coaches, find a schedule of upcoming workshops, and more.
