Journal of Psychiatry and Neurochemistry Research

Aim & Scope

Aim and Scope
The Journal of Psychiatry and Neurochemistry Research is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal that focuses on advancing the understanding of mental health disorders and their underlying neurochemical mechanisms. It emphasizes the integration of psychiatry and neurochemistry to enhance diagnostic accuracy, therapeutic strategies, and patient outcomes in the field of mental health.

The journal is aimed at a diverse audience, including psychiatrists, neurochemists, neuroscientists, clinical researchers, and students. It provides a broad platform to discuss a wide range of topics, including neurochemical processes, neurotransmitter systems, and their role in psychiatric conditions such as depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia. Additionally, it covers advancements in neuroimaging, pharmacological interventions, and clinical trials.

By offering insights into both basic and applied research, the Journal of Psychiatry and Neurochemistry Research aims to foster innovation, support evidence-based practices, and contribute to the overall improvement of mental health care and treatment strategies

Neurochemistry and Neurobiology

• Neurotransmitters: Dopamine, serotonin, norepinephrine, and their roles in mood and behavior
• Neurotransmitter Receptors: Receptor types, signaling pathways, and their impact on mental health
• Neuroplasticity: Synaptic plasticity, neural circuits, and brain adaptability

Psychiatric Disorders

• Mood Disorders: Depression, bipolar disorder, mood regulation
• Anxiety Disorders: Generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, PTSD
• Psychotic Disorders: Schizophrenia, delusional disorders, hallucinations
• Personality Disorders: Borderline personality disorder, antisocial personality disorder

Neurodevelopmental Disorders

• Autism Spectrum Disorders: Diagnostic criteria, neurobiological underpinnings, treatment approaches
• Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): Symptomatology, neurobiological basis, intervention strategies
• Intellectual Disabilities: Cognitive impairments, developmental trajectories, support systems

Neuroimaging and Neurophysiology

• Neuroimaging Techniques: fMRI, PET, CT, and their applications in psychiatric research
• Electrophysiological Studies: EEG, ERP, and brain wave patterns
• Neurophysiological Measurements: Cortical excitability, synaptic activity, and brain connectivity

Pharmacological Interventions

• Psychotropic Medications: Antidepressants, antipsychotics, anxiolytics
• Mechanisms of Action: Drug-receptor interactions, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics
• Treatment Efficacy and Side Effects: Clinical trials, patient outcomes, adverse effects

Psychotherapy and Behavioral Interventions

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Techniques, efficacy, and adaptations for different disorders
• Psychoanalysis and Psychodynamic Therapy: Theoretical frameworks, therapeutic approaches, and outcomes
• Behavioral Therapies: Exposure therapy, contingency management, and skill-building techniques

Genetics and Epigenetics

• Genetic Risk Factors: Gene-environment interactions, heritability of psychiatric disorders
• Epigenetic Modifications: DNA methylation, histone modification, and their impact on mental health
• Genetic Testing: Biomarkers, personalized medicine, and genomic studies

Neurodevelopment and Aging

• Developmental Stages: Brain development from infancy to adulthood, critical periods
• Aging and Neurodegeneration: Cognitive decline, Alzheimer’s disease, age-related psychiatric conditions
• Cognitive Reserve and Neuroprotection: Mechanisms of resilience, protective factors

Behavioral Neuroscience

• Behavioral Assessments: Animal models, human behavior studies, and neurobehavioral research
• Addiction and Substance Abuse: Neurochemical pathways, addiction mechanisms, and treatment strategies
• Stress and Coping Mechanisms: Stress responses, neuroendocrine systems, and adaptive coping strategies

Clinical and Translational Research

• Clinical Trials: Study design, patient recruitment, outcome measures
• Translational Research: Bench-to-bedside approaches, implementation science, and real-world applications
• Ethical Considerations: Informed consent, patient confidentiality, and research ethics

Author Guidelines

Title
The title should be specific and suitable to the topic of the article. Also should include word count, number of tables and figures, sources of support, source of funding, any disclaimers, and conflict of interest declarations.

Author Names and Affiliations
Author name Department, University/Organization, City, State, and Country for all authors. Complete information of the Corresponding author like Full name, address, phone number, Email address, Fax, Discipline of the author, and Affiliations is to be mentioned. The corresponding author is to be mentioned clearly.

List of Abbreviations
All abbreviations should be defined under the heading of abbreviations.

Keywords
You are requested to provide a minimum of 4-6 keywords for the purpose of indexing. Choosing appropriate keywords provides you with a citation advantage since they play a major role when searching huge indexing databases.

Abstract
The abstract is mandatory for original research, review article, short reviews, and case reports. It should also relate to significant outcomes and further scope to continue in the field. The abstract should be structured with the background, methods, results, and conclusion and limited to 500 words.

Introduction
The introduction should provide the background and purpose of the study. This should be enough to draw the reader's attention to a broad array of scientific disciplines.

Tables& Figures
Figures and tables should be submitted as individual files. Authors are required to make sure that all figures and tables must have a legend and are cited in the text in consecutive order. Figures tend to summarize information visually, whereas tables allow space for more detail. Figures, tables, and legends should be placed close to the relevant content of the text.

Materials and Methods
The details of materials or members, evaluations, description of involvements, and types of investigations are to be included. Advanced trials should be stated evidently and specific variations of published techniques are to be cited briefly. It can be divided into subsections if several methods are described. Standard protocols should be credited with appropriate references.

Results
This sector should be describing the results and interpretations of the above experiments. There could be multiple subheadings or descriptions in a single paragraph. The results section should describe the outcomes and findings of an article (research, case study, review, etc.). It should be clear, understandable, and concise (using figures & tables).

Discussion
This section ought to illustrate the importance of results in relation to the reasons for doing the work. Compare and contrast the results with other relevant studies, state the limitations of the study, and explore the implications of the findings for future research and for clinical practice.

References
References are to be cited in the text by number and not by author and date. Only published or accepted manuscripts should be included in the reference list. Abstracts that have been submitted in meetings but not yet accepted should not be cited.

(Journal APC) The Article Processing Charge for this journal is $3619.

Editorial Board

María-José Martín-Vázquez

Editor-in-Chief
Assistant Professor, Community Mental Health Service Sofia Hospital, Spain

Dr. Giuseppe Iurato

Associate Editor
Linnaeus University, Vaxjo, Sweden

Michel BOURIN

Professor of Pharmacology, University of Nantes, France

Seyyed Ali Hosseini

Translational Neuroimaging Laboratory, Department of Neurology & Neurosurgery, McGill University,Canada

Sam Vaknin

Former Visiting Professor of Psychology, Southern Federal University, Rostov-on-Don, Russia

Dr. Sinisa Franjic

Independent Researcher, Europe

Dr. Shao-Wen Hung,

Department of Veterinary Medicine, College of Veterinary Medicine, National Chung Hsing University, Taichung 402, Taiwan

Hongfei Li

Department of Statistics, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, United States

Abdul Rehman M. Qureshi

Parkinson’s Clinic of Eastern Toronto & Movement Disorders Centre, Toronto, Ontario, M1B 4Z8, Canada

Monish Sheth, MD, FHM

Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine, Texas A&M University, USA

Dr. Yury Evgeny Razvodovsky

Professor of Psychiatry International Academy of Sobriety Belarus, Russia

Jovana Cvetkovic

Clinical Hospital Center Gracanica, Serbia

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