Interdisciplinaria
Scope & Guideline
Fostering collaboration within the Latin American academic community.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Psychological Assessment and Measurement:
The journal frequently publishes studies focusing on the validation and psychometric properties of various psychological scales and assessments, ensuring reliability and applicability in different populations. - Interventions and Therapeutic Approaches:
There is a strong emphasis on psychological interventions, including therapeutic methods and educational programs aimed at improving mental health and well-being across various demographics. - Social and Cultural Contexts of Psychology:
Research often explores the influence of cultural, social, and environmental factors on psychological outcomes, reflecting the journal's commitment to understanding the interplay between individual behavior and broader societal issues. - Developmental and Educational Psychology:
A significant portion of the journal's articles focuses on developmental stages and educational contexts, examining how psychological principles can enhance learning and development in children and adolescents. - Health Psychology and Well-being:
The journal addresses issues related to health, including mental health challenges, coping strategies, and the psychological impacts of chronic illnesses, underscoring the importance of psychological well-being in health contexts. - Emerging Technologies and Psychology:
Recent publications highlight the role of technology in psychological research and practice, including the effects of digital interactions and online interventions on psychological health.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Mental Health Interventions:
There is a growing trend towards exploring online psychological interventions and their effectiveness, particularly in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, signifying a shift towards integrating technology in mental health practices. - Cultural and Intersectional Approaches:
Research increasingly focuses on cultural and intersectional perspectives, examining how various identities (gender, sexuality, socio-economic status) intersect to influence psychological outcomes and experiences. - Resilience and Coping Mechanisms:
Emerging themes related to resilience, particularly in youth and vulnerable populations, reflect a shift towards understanding adaptive strategies in the face of adversity, emphasizing the importance of coping mechanisms. - Community Psychology and Social Justice:
There is an increasing focus on community-based research and social justice issues, addressing how psychological principles can be applied to improve community well-being and promote equity. - Impact of Societal Changes on Mental Health:
Recent studies have begun to explore the effects of significant societal changes, such as those brought on by the pandemic or political shifts, on mental health, indicating a trend towards contextually relevant research.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Theoretical Frameworks:
There appears to be a declining emphasis on classical psychological theories without integration into contemporary contexts, as the journal shifts towards more applied and interdisciplinary approaches. - Generalized Studies on Mental Health without Specific Context:
Research that does not address specific populations or contextual factors is becoming less common, as the journal increasingly favors studies that consider cultural, social, and environmental influences on mental health. - Basic Correlational Studies without Practical Implications:
There is a noticeable decrease in publications focusing solely on basic correlational studies. The journal now favors research that offers practical implications or interventions based on findings. - Narrowly Defined Clinical Populations:
Research focusing exclusively on narrowly defined clinical populations, without broader implications or comparisons, is less frequently represented, as the journal aims to cover a wider spectrum of psychological issues.
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