The Journal of Mental Health and Psychiatry (JMHP) welcome high-quality submissions that contribute to advancing knowledge and practice in psychiatry, psychology, neuroscience, and global mental health. To ensure a smooth submission and publication process, authors are requested to follow the detailed guidelines below.

1. General Information

• JMHP publishes original, peer-reviewed, open-access articles.
• Manuscripts must be unpublished and not under consideration elsewhere.
• Submissions are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year.
• All manuscripts must be submitted through the online submission portal provided on our website.

2. Article Types Accepted

JMHP considers a wide range of contributions, including but not limited to:

• Original Research Articles – Full-length studies reporting novel findings.
• Review Articles / Systematic Reviews / Meta-Analyses – Critical evaluations of existing literature.
• Case Reports & Case Series – Unique clinical observations with educational value.
• Short Communications – Brief but significant findings.
• Editorials & Commentaries – Perspectives on current topics, controversies, or advances.
• Letters to the Editor – Constructive comments or discussion on published articles.

3. Manuscript Preparation Guidelines

Language and Style

• All manuscripts must be submitted in English.
• Use clear, concise, and scientific language.
• Avoid jargon and ensure accessibility to both clinical and research audiences.

Format and Structure

Manuscripts should be prepared in Word format (.doc or .docx) using the following structure:

1. Title Page
   • Title of the manuscript (concise and informative)
   • Full names, affiliations, and ORCID iDs of all authors
   • Corresponding author’s contact information (email, phone, address)
   • Acknowledgment of funding sources (if applicable)
2. Abstract
   • Maximum 250 words
   • Structured format: Background, Methods, Results, Conclusion
   • 3–6 keywords (using MeSH terms where possible)
3. Main Text
   • Original Research Articles should follow:
     • Introduction
     • Materials and Methods
     • Results
     • Discussion
     • Conclusion
   • Reviews, case reports, and other formats should follow discipline-appropriate structure.
4. References
   • Use Vancouver style (numbered citations in the text, listed in order of appearance).
   • Ensure all references are accurate and up to date.
5. Tables and Figures
   • Submit tables in editable Word format.
   • Figures must be high-resolution (minimum 300 dpi) in JPEG, PNG, or TIFF format.
   • Each table/figure must include a clear title and legend.

4. Ethical Considerations

• All research involving human participants must include evidence of ethical approval from an institutional review board (IRB) or equivalent.
• For studies involving animals, authors must confirm compliance with relevant guidelines.
• Authors must include a statement of informed consent where applicable.
• Plagiarism, data fabrication, and redundant publication are strictly prohibited.

5. Authorship and Contributions

• Authorship should be based on substantial contributions (conception, design, execution, analysis, or manuscript drafting).
• All authors must approve the final version of the manuscript.
• Contributors who do not meet authorship criteria should be acknowledged separately.

6. Conflicts of Interest and Funding Disclosure

• Authors are required to declare any conflicts of interest (financial, academic, or personal).
• Funding sources must be acknowledged in the manuscript.

7. Peer Review Process

• JMHP follows a double-blind peer review model.
• Manuscripts are evaluated based on originality, methodology, clarity, and contribution to the field.
• Authors will receive constructive feedback and may be required to revise their manuscripts before acceptance.

8. Article Processing Charges (APCs)

• As an open-access journal, JMHP applies an Article Processing Charge to accepted manuscripts.
• APC details are provided on the Article Processing Charges page of the website.

9. Copyright and Licensing

• Authors retain copyright under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY).
• This allows unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.

10. How to Submit

• Prepare your manuscript according to these guidelines.
• Submit via the JMHP online submission system.
• Inquiries regarding submissions may be directed to the editorial office at editor.jmhp@sciconxjournals.com

JMHP is dedicated to supporting authors at every stage of the publication process. We encourage clear, rigorous, and impactful submissions that advance understanding and improve practice in mental health and psychiatry. By publishing with JMHP, your work will be freely accessible worldwide, contributing to global conversations that shape the future of mental health care.