Aims and Scope
Psychopharmacology Bulletin publishes full-length research articles, review articles, brief reports, clinical case studies, commentary, and letters. Manuscripts submitted to the journal’s Negative and Failed Clinical Trial Reports section are entitled to fast-track review.
Psychopharmacology Bulletin is committed to the highest ethical standards in medical research. We require authors to provide specific information regarding ethical treatment of research participants, patient consent, patient privacy, protocols, authorship, and competing interests. Reports of specific study types must adhere to generally accepted standards based on the Uniform Requirements for Manuscripts Submitted to Biomedical Journals, issued by the International Committee for Medical Journal Editors.
Open Access
To support Open Access research, each issue of Psychopharmacology Bulletin designates select articles as Open Access. These articles are available for free download, with PubMed links directing readers to the journal’s portal for complimentary access. For more information, contact the publisher at [email protected].
Manuscript Submission
Submission Requirements
Manuscript files must be in DOC, DOCX, or PDF format. Microsoft Word documents should not be locked or protected. Submit electronic files (including all illustrations and tables) to [email protected], or mail to:
MedWorks Media Inc.
58427 Joshua Lane
Yucca Valley, CA 92284
Tel: +1 (917) 692-8000
Editorial Review Process
Manuscripts must be submitted exclusively to Psychopharmacology Bulletin and cannot have been published elsewhere in any format. Editorial Board members review submissions based on topic and focus. The journal assumes no responsibility for manuscript loss at any stage.
Upon acceptance, the corresponding author must sign a copyright transfer agreement. All accepted manuscripts become publisher property, and no published material may be reproduced without written permission from the copyright holder.
Conflict of Interest & Responsibility
Authors must clearly indicate any potential conflicts of interest, financial or otherwise, in the manuscript or cover letter. All published statements and omissions remain the author’s responsibility. Authors will review proofs prior to publication, and reprint order forms accompany page proofs. No page charges apply for publication in Psychopharmacology Bulletin.
Manuscript Format Requirements
General Formatting
- Language: English only
- Margins: 1 inch on all sides
- Spacing: Double-spaced throughout
- Pages: Numbered consecutively
- Style: American Medical Association format
- Drug names: Use generic names in text
- Abbreviations: Define at first mention
Manuscript Structure
Organize manuscripts in the following sequence, starting each section on a new page:
- Title page
- Abstract
- Text
- Acknowledgments
- References
- Tables
- Figure legends
Manuscript Elements
Title Page
Include the complete manuscript title, author names with degrees, institutional affiliations, and complete contact information for the corresponding author (address, telephone, fax, email). Provide a short title (maximum 45 characters including spaces) and 5-10 keywords from Index Medicus that highlight the article’s subject matter.
Abstract
Abstracts must not exceed 250 words and should be comprehensible without reference to the main text. Clearly summarize objectives, experimental design, principal observations, and conclusions for research articles, brief reports, and reviews.
Article Types
Research Articles
No page or figure restrictions apply. Include standard sections: Introduction, Materials and Methods, Results, Discussion, and Conclusion (Results and Discussion may be combined when appropriate). Research articles must include a hypothesis.
Statistical Requirements:
- Specify statistical test names
- Indicate whether tests were one- or two-tailed
- Identify tests used for each dataset
- Include correction factors for multiple comparisons
- Present standard deviations rather than standard error of means
- Report test values, degrees of freedom, and probability for all significant and relevant non-significant results
Brief Reports
Maximum four printed pages (approximately six double-spaced manuscript pages including text, references, figures, and legends). Intended for preliminary observations, pilot studies, initial drug trials, or significant findings requiring replication. Section headings are optional. Include concise abstracts.
Review Articles
Usually invited but submitted reviews are considered. Provide critical review and interpretation of literature and current research directions. Include abstracts. Text should flow smoothly without formal subdivisions. No page limitations, but authors should consult with the editor before submission.
Clinical Case Studies
Two to four printed pages (approximately 4-6 manuscript pages including illustrations and tables). Structure as follows: Case History, Symptomatology, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Discussion. Include appropriate patient releases/permissions.
Letters to the Editor
Letters facilitate rapid communication of novel observations or important research findings. Commentary on published Psychopharmacology Bulletin articles is welcome. All submissions undergo peer review and may be edited for space or clarity.
Requirements:
- Double-spaced, maximum 1,000 words (exceptions at editor’s discretion)
- Minimal references
- Letters responding to recent articles: maximum 500 words, submitted within 6 weeks of publication
- Must not duplicate published or submitted material
- Require signed copyright transfer, authorship responsibility, and financial disclosure statements
Note: Opinions expressed in letters reflect authors’ views and do not necessarily represent those of MedWorks Media publisher James M. La Rossa Jr., editor Dr. Michael E. Thase, or the editorial advisory board.
References
Use American Medical Association style. List references in order of appearance and cite using corresponding reference numbers in text.
Examples:
Journal Article:
Londos E, Passant U, Brun A, Gustafson L. Clinical Lewy body dementia and the impact of vascular components. Int J Geriatr Psychiatry. 2000;15(1):40-49.
Book:
Schatzberg AF, Nemeroff CB, eds. Textbook of Psychopharmacology. 2nd ed. New York, NY: APA Press; 1998:155-169.
Book Chapter:
Weissman M, Klerman G. Interpersonal psychotherapy for depression. In: Wolman B, Stricker G, eds. Depressive Disorders: Facts, Theories, and Treatment Methods. New York, NY: John Wiley & Sons Inc.; 1990:379-395.
Tables and Illustrations
Tables
Each table requires a descriptive title and should be self-explanatory. Avoid duplicating text information. Number consecutively with Arabic numerals in order of appearance.
Illustrations
Number consecutively using Arabic numerals. Include author name(s), manuscript title, and illustration number. Each figure requires a double-spaced legend briefly describing the presented information. Detailed descriptions belong in Results or Materials and Methods sections.
Guidelines:
- Match abbreviations exactly to those in text
- Do not write on glossy prints or use devices that might damage photographs
- Submit bright, clear color illustrations against white backgrounds when possible
- Avoid dark colors against dark backgrounds
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