JOURNAL OF HUMANISTIC PSYCHOLOGY

Scope & Guideline

Challenging Perspectives, Enriching Lives

Introduction

Immerse yourself in the scholarly insights of JOURNAL OF HUMANISTIC PSYCHOLOGY with our comprehensive guidelines detailing its aims and scope. This page is your resource for understanding the journal's thematic priorities. Stay abreast of trending topics currently drawing significant attention and explore declining topics for a full picture of evolving interests. Our selection of highly cited topics and recent high-impact papers is curated within these guidelines to enhance your research impact.
LanguageEnglish
ISSN0022-1678
PublisherSAGE PUBLICATIONS INC
Support Open AccessNo
CountryUnited States
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 1961 to 2024
AbbreviationJ HUMANIST PSYCHOL / J. Humanist. Psychol.
Frequency6 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
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Address2455 TELLER RD, THOUSAND OAKS, CA 91320

Aims and Scopes

The Journal of Humanistic Psychology focuses on the exploration and application of humanistic principles within psychological practices, emphasizing the significance of subjective experience, personal growth, and the interconnectedness of individuals within their cultural and social contexts.
  1. Humanistic Psychology and Therapeutic Practices:
    The journal showcases research and discussions on the application of humanistic psychology in therapeutic settings, emphasizing client-centered approaches and the importance of empathy, authenticity, and relational depth.
  2. Existential Themes and Meaning-Making:
    A core area of focus includes the exploration of existential themes, such as the search for meaning, coping with mortality, and the impact of existential concerns on mental health and well-being.
  3. Spirituality and Psychological Well-Being:
    The journal addresses the intersection of spirituality and psychology, investigating how spiritual beliefs and practices contribute to psychological resilience, self-actualization, and overall well-being.
  4. Cultural and Social Contexts in Psychology:
    Research often emphasizes the influence of cultural, social, and historical contexts on psychological experiences, including the impact of societal issues on mental health and therapeutic practices.
  5. Innovative Therapeutic Interventions:
    The journal highlights innovative approaches to therapy, including the use of psychedelics, mindfulness, and integrative frameworks that blend various psychological theories and practices.
  6. Community and Social Engagement:
    There is a strong emphasis on community-based research and interventions, particularly in addressing mental health disparities and enhancing well-being in marginalized populations.
The Journal of Humanistic Psychology has recently seen a rise in interest in several emerging themes that reflect contemporary societal issues and advancements in psychological research, indicating a dynamic evolution of its scholarly focus.
  1. Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy:
    Recent publications increasingly explore the therapeutic potential of psychedelics, highlighting their applications in treating trauma, anxiety, and existential distress, reflecting a resurgence of interest in these substances within a humanistic framework.
  2. Mindfulness and Well-Being:
    There is a growing trend towards incorporating mindfulness practices into therapeutic approaches, with an emphasis on their role in enhancing well-being, reducing anxiety, and fostering personal growth.
  3. Social Justice and Mental Health:
    Emerging discussions address the intersection of social justice and mental health, focusing on how systemic inequalities impact psychological well-being and the importance of advocacy within therapeutic practices.
  4. Cultural Competence and Diversity:
    Research emphasizing cultural competence and the importance of integrating diverse cultural perspectives into psychological practice is increasingly prominent, reflecting a commitment to inclusivity and understanding in the field.
  5. Narrative and Storytelling Approaches:
    Narrative therapy and the use of storytelling as a means of processing experiences and fostering healing are gaining traction, highlighting the importance of personal narratives in the context of human experience and psychological growth.

Declining or Waning

While the Journal of Humanistic Psychology has maintained a robust focus on various themes, certain areas have seen a decline in prominence over recent years, reflecting shifts in research priorities and societal interests.
  1. Traditional Psychoanalytic Approaches:
    Research grounded in traditional psychoanalytic frameworks has become less frequent, as the journal increasingly prioritizes humanistic and existential perspectives that emphasize personal agency and subjective experience.
  2. Biological Reductionism in Psychology:
    There has been a noticeable decrease in publications that adopt a strictly biological or reductionist view of psychological phenomena, as the journal leans towards more integrative and holistic approaches.
  3. Focus on Pathology and Diagnosis:
    The journal has shifted away from a predominant focus on pathology and diagnostic categories, favoring discussions that emphasize human potential, growth, and resilience.
  4. Conventional Outcome Measures in Therapy:
    There is a waning interest in conventional, standardized outcome measures in therapy research, with a growing preference for qualitative, experiential, and subjective assessments of therapeutic effectiveness.
  5. Narrowly Defined Psychological Constructs:
    Research focusing on narrowly defined psychological constructs, such as specific disorders or symptoms, has declined in favor of broader, more holistic explorations of human experience.

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