Collabra-Psychology
Scope & Guideline
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Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Research:
The journal encourages submissions that draw from various fields within psychology, promoting a holistic understanding of psychological phenomena. - Open Science Practices:
Collabra-Psychology supports open research practices, including preregistration and data sharing, to enhance the transparency and credibility of psychological research. - Diversity and Inclusion:
The journal emphasizes the importance of diverse samples and perspectives in psychological research, addressing issues related to representation and equity within the field. - Methodological Innovation:
The journal highlights the adoption of novel methodologies, such as machine learning and ecological momentary assessments, to advance psychological research. - Focus on Replication and Meta-Analysis:
Collabra-Psychology places a strong emphasis on replication studies and systematic reviews, contributing to the reliability and validity of psychological findings.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Mental Health Interventions:
Research examining the effectiveness of online and digital interventions for mental health has gained traction, particularly in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. - Social Media and Psychological Outcomes:
There is an increasing focus on the impact of social media on psychological well-being, including studies on misinformation, emotional regulation, and identity formation. - Environmental Psychology:
Emerging themes related to eco-anxiety and the psychological impact of climate change are becoming more prominent, reflecting societal concerns and the need for psychological insights into environmental issues. - Cultural and Contextual Variability:
Research that explores psychological constructs across diverse cultural contexts is on the rise, emphasizing the importance of understanding psychological phenomena in a global framework. - Machine Learning and Data Science in Psychology:
The integration of machine learning techniques in psychological research is trending, with studies focusing on predictive modeling and data-driven insights into human behavior.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Psychological Constructs:
There has been a noticeable decline in papers focusing on traditional constructs and theories, as researchers increasingly explore contemporary issues and interdisciplinary approaches. - Single-Factor Studies:
Research that examines psychological phenomena through a single-factor lens is waning, with a shift towards more complex, multifactorial models that account for the interplay of various influences. - Laboratory-Based Experiments:
There is a growing preference for studies utilizing real-world or online contexts over traditional laboratory settings, leading to a decrease in the publication of purely laboratory-based experiments.
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