SCICONX Journal of Mental Health and Psychiatry

Welcome to the SCICONX Journal of Mental Health and Psychiatry (JMHP), an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to advancing knowledge, practice, and innovation in the fields of mental health and psychiatry. Published under SCICONX Publishing, JMHP provides a trusted platform for researchers, clinicians, policy makers, and mental health professionals to share high-quality scientific work that addresses the complex and evolving landscape of psychological well-being and psychiatric care.

✦ Our Vision

JMHP strives to become a leading voice in mental health scholarship by publishing research that not only deepens scientific understanding but also bridges the gap between theory and clinical application. Our mission is to foster dialogue across disciplines, cultures, and health systems to improve mental health outcomes globally.

✦ Scope of the Journal

The journal welcomes a wide spectrum of contributions covering, but not limited to:

• Psychiatric disorders: diagnosis, treatment, and management
• Neurobiology and neurochemistry of mental health
• Clinical psychology and psychotherapeutic interventions
• Preventive psychiatry and early interventions
• Child, adolescent, and geriatric psychiatry
• Psychopharmacology and novel therapeutic approaches
• Social determinants of mental health and psychiatric epidemiology
• Digital mental health tools and technology-driven interventions
• Stigma reduction, policy, and community mental health initiatives
• Cross-cultural psychiatry and global perspectives

✦ What We Publish

JMHP accepts diverse article types to ensure comprehensive coverage of the field:

• Original Research Articles
• Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses
• Case Reports and Case Series
• Clinical Guidelines and Best Practices
• Commentaries and Opinion Pieces
• Short Communications
• Editorials and Special Issues

✦ Why Publish with JMHP?

• Rigorous Peer Review: Each submission undergoes a transparent and constructive review process by leading experts.
• Wide Reach: As an open-access journal, all articles are freely accessible worldwide, ensuring maximum visibility and impact.
• Interdisciplinary Audience: The journal serves psychiatrists, psychologists, neuroscientists, social scientists, and allied healthcare providers.
• Global Perspective: JMHP is committed to representing diverse voices and promoting equity in mental health research.

✦ Commitment to Ethics & Quality

JMHP adheres to the highest standards of publication ethics, guided by the principles of COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics). We are dedicated to integrity, inclusivity, and scientific excellence in all aspects of publishing.

✦ Fast Editorial Execution and Review Process (FEE-Review Process)

Authors who are willing to publish their articles under this mode can make a pre-payment of € 99 towards express peer-review and editorial decision. First editorial decision in 3 days and final decision with review comments in 5 days from the date of submission.

Galley proof generation will be done in next 2 days from acceptance or maximum 5 days (For manuscripts notified for revision by external reviewer). Manuscripts accepted for publication will be charged regular APC.

Authors retain the copyright of their publication and the final version of the article will be published in both HTML and PDF formats as well as XML formats for transmitting to indexing databases. The editorial team of the Journal will ensure adherence to scientific publication guidelines.

✦ Join Us

We invite researchers, clinicians, and mental health advocates to contribute their work and be part of a growing global dialogue. Whether you are investigating the biological underpinnings of psychiatric illness, developing new therapeutic interventions, or exploring the social contexts of mental health, your scholarship has a home at JMHP.