Instructions for Authors

Our international, peer-reviewed open access journal is dedicated to publishing high-quality, original research. Authors are urged to follow the submission guidelines diligently, as non-compliance will lead to rejection.

What We Publish

We publish the following article types:

Editorial

Editorials are selected pieces that serve as announcements for significant developments or changes within a publication. This section may also feature articles written by the editorial board or invited experts, providing insights into current trends, emerging issues, and the journal's vision for advancing psychological research. Editorials may also address important considerations in the field.

Empirical Research

This section forms the core of our journal, featuring full-length empirical studies that present novel findings, methodologies, or theoretical frameworks. We particularly welcome research that challenges existing paradigms, explores understudied populations or phenomena, or employs innovative research designs. Original research articles should provide a comprehensive background, detailed methodology, clear presentation of results, and a thorough discussion of the implications and potential applications of the findings.

Format
The manuscript should adhere to the following structure:

• Abstract: A concise but comprehensive summary of the paper in simple language (<200 words).
• Keywords: 5-6 words.
• Introduction: Provides context, rationale, and research questions or hypotheses.
• Materials and Methods: Describes the study design, participants, materials, procedures, and data analysis techniques.
• Results: Presents the findings of the study without interpretation.
• Discussion: Interprets the results, compares them to previous research, and discusses implications.
• Conclusion: Summarises the main findings and their significance, and suggests future research directions.
• References: Provides properly formatted APA 7th edition citations for all sources used.

Review

This section features comprehensive reviews of the literature on specific topics within psychology. We particularly welcome reviews that synthesise research from diverse sources, including studies conducted in non-Western contexts or by underrepresented scholars. Review articles should not only summarise existing knowledge but also identify gaps in the literature, propose new directions for research, and discuss the implications of the reviewed findings for theory, practice, and policy.

We will prioritise systematic, rapid, scoping, and narrative reviews. Please follow the specific protocols established for conducting the relevant reviews.

Format
The manuscript should adhere to the following structure:

• Abstract: A concise but comprehensive summary of the paper in simple language (<200 words).
• Keywords: 5-6 words.
• Introduction: Outlines the scope, purpose, and organisation of the review.
• Relevant subsections: Present and analyse the current state of knowledge on specific aspects of the topic. Please follow the specific protocols established for conducting the specific review.
• Discussion: Synthesises the findings, identifies gaps in knowledge, and suggests future research directions.
• Conclusion: Summarises the main points and overall significance of the review.
• References: Provides properly formatted APA 7th edition citations for all sources used.

Perspective

This section provides a forum for scholarly dialogue and insight, featuring commentaries, brief responses on previously published articles, comments from authors, letters addressing current issues in psychology, and perspective pieces offering unique viewpoints on psychological phenomena or the state of the field. We encourage respectful and constructive exchanges that contribute to advancing the field and fostering a diverse and inclusive scholarly community.

Format
The manuscript should adhere to the following structure:

• Abstract: A concise but comprehensive summary of the paper in simple language (<200 words).
• Keywords: 5-6 words.
• Introduction: Provides background information and states the purpose of the paper.
• Relevant subsections: Present the main arguments, perspectives, or theoretical frameworks.
• Discussion: Analyses the implications of the presented information and relates it to broader contexts.
• Conclusion: Summarises the key points and their significance and may suggest practical applications or future directions.
• References: Provides properly formatted APA 7th edition citations for all sources used.

Presentation

This section is dedicated to showcasing innovative ways of presenting psychological research and insights. It may include visual abstracts, posters, conference papers and proceedings, presentations, videos, interviews, infographics, or other creative formats that effectively communicate complex psychological concepts to a broad audience. We encourage submissions that make psychological research more accessible and engaging, particularly to non-academic audiences or underrepresented communities.

Format
The presentation should adhere to the following structure:

• Abstract: A concise but comprehensive summary of the paper in simple language (<200 words).
• Keywords: 5-6 words.
• Introduction: Briefly outline the psychological concept or research being presented, emphasising its relevance and significance to a broad audience.
• Visual Elements: Incorporate engaging visual aids such as graphs, charts, images, or infographics that effectively communicate complex ideas in an accessible manner.
• Main Content: Present the core psychological research or insights using clear, concise language with minimal jargon, ensuring it's understandable to non-academic audiences.
• Audience Engagement: Includes interactive elements or thought-provoking questions to involve the audience and enhance understanding of the psychological concepts.
• Conclusion: Summarises the key takeaways and their practical implications, emphasising the relevance to underrepresented communities or non-academic audiences
• References: Provides properly formatted APA 7th edition citations for all sources used. This needs to be provided in a separate word doc.

For interviews or video, ensure the storyline has a clear beginning, body, and end (e.g., Introduction, Analyses, Discussion, and Conclusion sections).

Submission Guidelines

Journal of Psychological Experience (JPsyExp) adheres to the APA 7th Edition format for all submissions. Authors should carefully follow these guidelines to ensure their manuscript is considered for publication. Submissions that do not conform to these guidelines may be returned to the authors for revision before peer review. You may find more information about APA 7th Edition format here.

Cover Letter

Your Cover Letter must include the following:

1. The full title of your manuscript
2. Type of Manuscript: EMPIRICAL RESEARCH / REVIEW / PERSPECTIVE / PRESENTATION (Pick one that applies)
3. A brief description of your manuscript (under 145 characters) in third-person voice that summarises your manuscript.
4. A list of all your co-authors, along with their affiliations and links, in the order of their contribution:
   1. First Author
      First Name, Last Name^1*
      Laboratory X, Department X, Institute/Organisation X, City X, State X, Pin Code, Country
      
      Institutional Email:
      Institution Profile Link:
      ORCID:
      Twitter:
      LinkedIn:
      
      Author Bio: 1-2 sentences maximum.
      
   2. Second Author
      First Name, Last Name²
      Laboratory X, Department X, Institute/Organisation X, City X, State X, Pin Code, Country
      
      Institutional Email:
      Institution Profile Link:
      ORCID:
      Twitter:
      LinkedIn:
      
      Author Bio: 1-2 sentences maximum.
      
   3. Third Author
      First Name, Last Name³
      Laboratory X, Department X, Institute/Organisation X, City X, State X, Pin Code, Country
      
      Institutional Email:
      Institution Profile Link:
      ORCID:
      Twitter:
      LinkedIn:
      
      Author Bio: 1-2 sentences maximum.
      
      Add more authors if required
      
      *Corresponding Author: [email protected]
      
      Please use Contributor Role Taxonomy (CRediT) to list authors.
5. A brief explanation (250–300 words) of why your work is appropriate for JPsyExp and its potential impact on the field.
6. A statement confirming that the work is original, has not been published elsewhere, and is not under consideration by another journal.
7. Disclosure of any conflicts of interest.
8. A statement confirming "We agree with all the terms and conditions of the Journal of Psychological Experience".
9. Keywords: keyword₁; keyword₂; keyword₃; keyword₄; keyword₅ (5-6 keywords)
10. Abstract (<200 words): Provide the Abstract here in English. This should be the same abstract that appears on your manuscript.
11. Any additional comments that you would like the Editorial Office to know (optional).

Manuscript

Abstract
Provide a structured abstract of no more than 200 words, covering the following sections: Background, Methods, Results, and Conclusions. The abstract should be a single paragraph and should not contain citations.

Optional: Provide a separate paragraph in your native language. Ensure that this paragraph is identical to the English language paragraph.

Keywords
Include 5-6 keywords or short phrases that capture the main topics of the research. These should be listed in alphabetical order and separated by semicolons.

Body
The main text should be double-spaced and use 12-point Times New Roman font. Kindly adhere to the format guidelines specified for the particular article type as stated previously.

Use APA 7th Edition formatting for headings, in-text citations, and overall structure.

Conclusion
Provide a concise conclusion that summarises the main findings and their implications for the field of psychology. This section should not introduce new information.

References
Format your references according to APA 7th Edition guidelines. You may find more information about APA 7th Edition format here.

Templates

Download the Cover Letter template below:

Download the Manuscript template below:

Author(s) Declaration

The following declarations are required as part of the manuscript submission process. Authors must address each item honestly and accurately. These declarations form part of the submission agreement with the Journal of Psychological Experience (JPsyExp).

Author Information
Provide Author bios (1-2) sentences per author. You must include this in the Cover Letter. Authors must provide their ORCID iDs to ensure accurate attribution of their work.

Acknowledgements
Acknowledge any individuals or organisations that contributed to the research but do not meet the criteria for authorship.

Manuscript Format
Authors must ensure the manuscript adheres to the submission guidelines of JPsyExp and is formatted in accordance with the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, 7th edition (APA 7th). This includes structure, referencing, headings, and in-text citations. Manuscripts that do not meet these requirements will be rejected.

Authorship
All listed authors must meet the criteria for authorship as outlined in JPsyExp's guidelines and the Contributor Role Taxonomy (CRediT). Guest, gift, or ghost authorship is not permitted. The submitting author must confirm whether they are the sole author or, if there are co-authors, confirm that all co-authors have been listed with their respective CRediT contributions in the Cover Letter.

Author Approval
All authors must have reviewed and approved the final submitted version of the manuscript prior to submission. By submitting, the corresponding author confirms that all co-authors have given their explicit approval for the manuscript to be submitted to JPsyExp.

Correspondence Responsibilities
The corresponding author serves as the primary point of contact between the author team and the journal throughout the submission, peer review, and publication process. The corresponding author is responsible for ensuring that all journal correspondence – including editorial decisions, reviewer comments, and publication queries – is shared promptly with all co-authors.

Dual Submission
JPsyExp operates a strict policy against dual submission and redundant publication. Manuscripts must not be under consideration at another journal, nor may they have been previously published, in whole or in part, in any form. This includes prior publication in conference proceedings, book chapters, or other journals. Preprint disclosure is handled separately below.

Funding
Authors must disclose all sources of funding that supported the research, including the name of the funding body, grant or award numbers, and amounts received. This information must be included in the manuscript. If no funding was received, authors must explicitly state: "No funding was received for the research, authorship, and/or publication of this article."

Competing and/or Conflicting Interests
Authors must declare any financial or non-financial interests that could be perceived to influence the results, analysis, or interpretation of the manuscript. This includes, but is not limited to, employment, consultancies, stock ownership, honoraria, paid expert testimony, patent applications, and personal relationships. If no competing or conflicting interests exist, authors must state: "The author(s) declare no competing or conflicting interests."

Ethics Approval and Consent to Participate
For studies involving human participants, authors must provide the name of the approving ethics committee or institutional review board, the approval number, and the date of approval. A statement confirming that informed consent was obtained from all participants must also be included. For studies involving animals, authors must confirm that all applicable institutional and national guidelines for the care and use of animals were followed. If ethics approval is not applicable to the manuscript, authors must state: "Not applicable – this manuscript does not involve human participants or animals."

Consent for Publication
Where a manuscript includes identifiable data, images, case details, or other material relating to individual persons, authors must confirm that written consent for publication has been obtained from those individuals, or from their legal guardians where appropriate. If this requirement does not apply to the manuscript, authors must state: "Not applicable – the manuscript does not include identifiable personal data or images of individuals."

Data Availability
Authors must include a statement in the manuscript describing the availability of the data underpinning the study's findings. If the data are publicly available, the repository name and accession number or DOI must be provided. If the data are not publicly available, authors must explain the reasons and describe how access may be requested. If no primary data were generated or analysed, authors must state: "Not applicable – no primary data were generated or analysed in this manuscript."

Preprint Disclosure
Authors must disclose whether the manuscript has been previously posted as a preprint on any server (e.g., PsyArXiv, OSF, SSRN). If a preprint exists, the relevant DOI or URL must be included in both the Cover Letter and the manuscript. Submission of a preprinted manuscript does not preclude consideration at JPsyExp, provided the disclosure is made at the time of submission.

Tables and Figures
Tables and figures must be numbered consecutively (e.g., Table 1, Table 2; Figure 1, Figure 2) and cited in the text in order of appearance. Each table and figure must have a brief, descriptive title. Tables should be created using markdown or Word format – not submitted as images. Figures must be high-resolution (minimum 300 dpi) and submitted as separate files in .jpeg or .png format. If the manuscript does not include tables or figures, authors must state: "Not applicable – the manuscript does not include tables or figures."

Supplementary Material
If the manuscript includes supplementary materials (e.g., additional data, extended analyses, or multimedia files), authors must provide a brief description of each file and explain how it contributes to the main manuscript. Supplementary files must be submitted alongside the main manuscript. If no supplementary materials are included, authors must state: "No supplementary materials are included with this submission."

Permission to Use Third-Party Material
Authors are responsible for obtaining the necessary permissions before submitting any previously published or third-party material, including figures, tables, images, or extended text extracts. If all materials were created by the author(s) and have not been previously published, no permissions are required. If any materials were created by the author(s) but have been previously published, or if the submission includes materials created by others, written permission must be obtained by the author(s) from the copyright holder prior to submission. Authors accept full responsibility for any legal consequences arising from the unauthorised use of third-party material. If this does not apply, authors must state: "Not applicable – the manuscript does not include any figures, tables, or text extracts."

Copyright and Licence Agreement
By submitting a manuscript to JPsyExp, authors retain copyright in their work but grant the journal an exclusive and unconditional licence to publish, reproduce, distribute, display, and make the work available in all forms and media (whether now known or hereafter developed). Authors should ensure they have the right to grant this licence – particularly where the work was produced under institutional or funder ownership – before submitting. All articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International Licence (CC BY 4.0), which allows others to share, reproduce, and adapt the work for any purpose, provided the original authors and the journal are properly credited.

AI Tools Disclosure
Authors must disclose any use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in the preparation of the manuscript, including generative AI tools used in drafting, editing, data analysis, or image generation. The disclosure must include the name of the tool(s), the purpose for which each was used, and the extent of its use. This information must be included in the AI Statement section of the manuscript. Authors remain fully responsible for the accuracy, integrity, and originality of all content, regardless of AI tool use. If no AI tools were used, authors must state: "No AI tools were used in the research, writing, or editing of this article."

Article Processing Charge (APC)
JPsyExp is an open-access journal and an Article Processing Charge (APC) is payable upon acceptance of the manuscript and before final publication. The corresponding author is responsible for payment and must ensure that all co-authors are aware of and agree to the APC prior to submission.

Journal Policies
All authors are required to have read, understood, and agreed to comply with JPsyExp's policies, guidelines, and terms and conditions prior to submission. This includes the journal's policies on authorship, peer review, corrections, retractions, and publication ethics. 

AI tools in Research

Journal of Psychological Experience (JPsyExp) recognises the growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in academic research. We encourage authors to be transparent about their use of such tools in the preparation of their manuscripts. If you have utilised any AI tools, such as large language models or automated analysis software, in drafting your manuscript, please explicitly mention this in the dedicated section titled "AI Statement" (see the section above). Describe which tools were used, how they were employed (e.g., for literature search, data analysis, language editing), and how they contributed to your manuscript preparation.

While AI tools can be valuable aids in the research and writing process, we caution authors to use them judiciously and to carefully review and verify any AI-generated content. The use of AI tools does not diminish the authors' responsibility for the accuracy, originality, and integrity of their work. We emphasise that AI tools could be used to enhance, not replace, human intellectual effort. By being honest and transparent about AI tool usage, authors contribute to important discussions about the evolving landscape of academic research and writing. JPsyExp is committed to maintaining the highest standards of scientific rigour and ethical publishing practices, and we appreciate our authors' cooperation in this endeavour.

After You Submit

Once we receive your complete submission, your manuscript will undergo an initial screening by the editorial team to ensure it meets the journal's scope and formatting requirements. If it passes this stage, it will be sent for peer review which includes plagiarism checks and reviewers' feedback. You can expect to receive an initial decision within 2–4 weeks of submission. If revisions are requested, you will typically have 2 weeks to submit a revised manuscript.

Paying APC

Upon successful completion of the peer-review process and acceptance of your manuscript for publication in the Journal of Psychological Experience (JPsyExp), you will receive an invoice for the Article Processing Charge (APC). The APC depends on the type of article published. Find current APC for JPsyExp here.

We offer convenient payment options to accommodate our diverse global author base:

1. Online Payment Portal: The most straightforward method is to use our secure payment link provided in the email from our office. This link will direct you to our user-friendly online payment portal, where you can settle the APC.
2. Institutional Agreements: If your institution has a partnership agreement with JPsyExp, the APC may be covered under this arrangement. Please check with your institution's library or research office and inform us of any applicable agreements.

Once you have settled the invoice, we will proceed with the final steps of the publication process. This includes:

• Formatting and preparing your article for online publication, ensuring compliance with the journal’s style guide and open access standards under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0).
• Assigning a permanent Digital Object Identifier (DOI), along with rich metadata to enhance discoverability and citation tracking.
• Creating dedicated author profiles on the journal’s website to showcase your contributions and affiliations.
• Preparing promotional materials to share your article across relevant networks and social media platforms.
• Submitting the article to relevant databases to maximise its reach within psychological sciences and related fields.
• Notifying you of publication with direct links to your article and guidance on how to share it with your network.

Upon completion of these steps, you will receive a confirmation email with all the relevant information about your published article.

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