Journal of Advanced Psychiatric Research

Now Accepting Manuscripts Bi-Annual (Two issues per year) Open Access Single-Blind Peer Review ISSN: 3139-9223
Editorial & Review Timeline
3 - 4 Days Initial Quality Review
20 Days Peer Evaluation Summary
30 - 45 Days Complete Editorial Processing Time

Editorial Board

Sam Vaknin
Sam Vaknin (PhD)

Editor-in-Chief

  Professor

  Professor of Psychology

  CIAPS Cambridge

  UK

Hsien-Yuan Lane
Hsien-Yuan Lane (PhD)

Editor-Member

  Professor

  Psychiatry

  China Medical University

  Taiwan

Dr Roxana Plesa
Dr Roxana Plesa (PhD)

Editor-Member

  Lecturer

  Human Sciences

  University of Petrosani

  USA

Dr Tao Xu
Dr Tao Xu (PhD)

Editor-Member

  Professor

  Social Work

  Zhejiang Normal University

  China

Prof Sayed Ahmad Elwakeel
Prof Sayed Ahmad Elwakeel (PhD)

Editor-Member

  Professor

  Psychology

  Fayoum University

  Egypt

Dr Sakineh Shafia
Dr Sakineh Shafia (PhD)

Editor-Member

  Associate Professor

  Physiology

  Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences

  Iran

About the Journal

The Journal of Advanced Psychiatric Research is a peer-reviewed, open-access publication dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge and clinical understanding across contemporary psychiatry and mental health research. The journal provides a multidisciplinary forum for investigating the complex mechanisms, manifestations, assessment, and management of psychiatric conditions across diverse populations and stages of life.

The journal welcomes research addressing emerging and established areas of psychiatric science, including affective and anxiety-related conditions, schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders, personality disorders, neurodevelopmental and cognitive disorders, addiction and substance-related conditions, and behavioral and emotional disturbances. Particular emphasis is placed on research exploring the interplay between neurobiological mechanisms, psychological processes, genetics, environmental influences, social determinants, and broader factors that shape mental health and psychiatric outcomes.

In addition to original research, the journal considers systematic and narrative reviews, clinical case reports, brief communications, perspectives, editorials, and other scholarly contributions that offer meaningful insights into psychiatric practice and research. Topics may encompass innovative diagnostic approaches, therapeutic interventions, psychopharmacology, psychotherapy, prevention strategies, digital and emerging technologies, patient-centered care, and developments in mental health policy and services.

Through the exchange of rigorous scientific evidence and interdisciplinary perspectives, the Journal of Advanced Psychiatric Research seeks to support researchers, psychiatrists, psychologists, clinicians, educators, healthcare professionals, and policymakers. Its broader mission is to encourage innovative thinking, strengthen evidence-based psychiatric practice, and contribute to improved mental health care and outcomes worldwide.

Authors may submit their manuscripts through the online Submit Manuscript system or by sending their manuscript as an e-mail attachment to the Editorial Office at editorialoffice@confseries.net.

Aims and Scope

The Journal of Advanced Psychiatric Research is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal focused on emerging knowledge, scientific discoveries, and clinical developments in psychiatry and mental healthcare. It provides a multidisciplinary forum for researchers and healthcare professionals to present innovative findings concerning the causes, mechanisms, assessment, prevention, and management of psychiatric and behavioral conditions.

The journal recognizes that mental health is influenced by a dynamic interaction of neurobiological, genetic, psychological, behavioral, environmental, cultural, and social factors. Accordingly, it encourages research that examines psychiatric disorders from multiple scientific and clinical perspectives and supports the development of more effective approaches to diagnosis, intervention, recovery, and long-term care.

The journal considers original research, clinical investigations, systematic and narrative reviews, meta-analyses, case reports, brief reports, perspectives, editorials, methodological contributions, and other scientifically relevant articles. Contributions that introduce novel therapeutic strategies, diagnostic techniques, biomarkers, digital approaches, service models, or translational findings are particularly welcomed.

The Journal of Advanced Psychiatric Research seeks to connect fundamental psychiatric science with practical healthcare applications. It encourages collaboration among psychiatry, psychology, neuroscience, pharmacology, be...

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JOURNAL INFORMATION

Journal Particulars

Journal Title Journal of Advanced Psychiatric Research
ISSN 3139-9223 Online ISSN
Frequency Bi-Annual (Two issues per year)
Starting Year 2026
Publication Format Online
Language English
Publisher Confseries Publishing
Editor-in-Chief Sam Vaknin
Subject Psychology
Email support@confseries.com
Mobile Number +91 9666 822 625
Website https://www.confseries.com/journals/psychiatricresearch
Publisher Address #58-15-30/3, Shantinagar, NAD-X-Road, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh - 530009, India.

Our Peer Review Process

The journal follows a structured editorial and peer-review process designed to ensure academic quality, ethical integrity, and a transparent publication process. Each manuscript progresses through clearly defined stages, as illustrated in the workflow below.

Manuscript Submission
Authors submit their manuscripts through the Confseries submission platform. All submissions must comply with the journal's scope, author instructions, and ethical standards.

Editorial Office Initial Check
Each new submission undergoes an initial assessment by the editorial office to confirm:

  • Relevance to the journal's aims and scope
  • Completeness of required files and declarations
  • Compliance with formatting and submission guidelines
  • Originality through plagiarism screening
  • Absence of major ethical or legal concerns

Manuscripts identified as containing substantial plagiarism, duplicate submission, or serious ethical concerns are rejected during the initial editorial assessment without external peer review.

Manuscripts meeting the journal's initial editorial requirements proceed to the peer-review stage.

Peer Review Initiation

After passing the initial screening:

  • A qualified editor is assigned to the manuscript
  • Independent reviewers are selected based on subject expertise
  • The manuscript is formally sent for peer evaluation
The journal follows a single-anonymized peer-review model to ensure an objective and unbiased evaluation process

Reviewer Assessment
Reviewers critically evaluate each manuscript based on:

  • Scientific originality and relevance
  • Methodological rigor and data integrity
  • Clarity of presentation and organization
  • Ethical compliance and reporting quality
Reviewers submit detailed comments and recommendations to support editorial decision-making.

Editorial Decision
Based on reviewer feedback and editorial evaluation, one of the following decisions is issued:

  • Accepted
  • Minor Revision
  • Major Revision
  • Rejected
Authors receive consolidated comments from both editors and reviewers explaining the decision.

Revision and Re-evaluation
For manuscripts requiring revision:

  • Authors submit a revised manuscript addressing all comments
  • A point-by-point response document is required
  • Major revisions may be reassessed by the original reviewers
Failure to adequately address concerns may result in rejection at this stage.

Acceptance and Publication
Manuscripts accepted for publication proceed to the production phase, which includes:

  • Copyediting and proofreading
  • Final author approval
  • Online publication and dissemination

Ethical and Editorial Integrity

  • Ensuring fair and unbiased peer review
  • Maintaining strict confidentiality of submissions
  • Providing ethical oversight at every editorial stage
  • Ensuring transparent communication with authors

The journal's peer-review workflow reflects a transparent, ethical, and structured editorial process, ensuring that every manuscript is evaluated fairly, objectively, and on its scientific merit before publication.