Psicologica

Scope & Guideline

Fostering a deeper understanding of human behavior through accessible scholarship.

Introduction

Delve into the academic richness of Psicologica with our guidelines, detailing its aims and scope. Our resource identifies emerging and trending topics paving the way for new academic progress. We also provide insights into declining or waning topics, helping you stay informed about changing research landscapes. Evaluate highly cited topics and recent publications within these guidelines to align your work with influential scholarly trends.
LanguageEnglish
ISSN0211-2159
PublisherDIGITAL CSIC
Support Open AccessYes
CountrySpain
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 2004 to 2023
AbbreviationPSICOLOGICA / Psicologica
Frequency2 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
Time To Acceptance-
Acceptance Rate-
Home Page-
AddressC/ Joaquin Costa, 22 Planta 3a, Despacho 308, MADRID 28002, SPAIN

Aims and Scopes

The journal 'Psicologica' focuses on a broad range of psychological research, emphasizing empirical studies, methodological advancements, and theoretical developments. It serves as a platform for innovative research that explores cognitive processes, behavioral dynamics, and the intersection of psychology with other disciplines.
  1. Cognitive Processes:
    Research addressing cognitive functions such as memory, attention, and decision-making, often employing experimental methodologies to uncover underlying mechanisms.
  2. Behavioral Dynamics:
    Studies exploring how various factors influence behavior, including economic, emotional, and situational variables, with an emphasis on practical implications.
  3. Methodological Innovations:
    Focus on the development and validation of new psychological assessment tools and experimental designs, enhancing the reliability and applicability of research findings.
  4. Interdisciplinary Approaches:
    Integration of psychological principles with insights from fields such as education, neuroscience, and economics, promoting a holistic understanding of human behavior.
  5. Cultural and Linguistic Perspectives:
    Investigations into how cultural and linguistic factors shape psychological processes, including studies on language processing and cross-cultural comparisons.
Recent publications in 'Psicologica' reflect emerging themes and trends that highlight the evolving landscape of psychological research. These trends indicate a growing interest in complex interactions and innovative methodologies.
  1. Economic Influences on Psychology:
    An increasing focus on how economic factors, such as inequality, impact psychological behaviors and decision-making, indicating a trend towards understanding psychology within socio-economic contexts.
  2. Cognitive Control and Self-Referential Processing:
    Research examining the mechanisms of cognitive control, especially in relation to self-referential processing, suggests a growing interest in how individuals manage their cognitive resources.
  3. Methodological Rigor in Online Research:
    The rise of studies validating online psychological assessments signals a trend towards adapting methodologies to modern research environments, enhancing accessibility and reliability.
  4. Verbal and Working Memory Studies:
    A notable increase in studies investigating verbal working memory and its implications for various cognitive tasks, reflecting a trend towards understanding memory's role in broader cognitive functions.
  5. Inter-individual Differences in Cognition:
    Emerging research emphasizing the variability in cognitive processes among individuals, indicating a shift towards personalized approaches in psychological research.

Declining or Waning

While 'Psicologica' has a diverse range of themes, certain areas have shown a decline in focus over recent years. This may indicate a shift in research interests or the maturation of specific fields within psychology.
  1. Basic Behavioral Assessments:
    There appears to be a waning emphasis on basic assessments of behavior without contextual or theoretical frameworks, as research increasingly focuses on more complex interactions and implications.
  2. Traditional Learning Theories:
    Research centered solely on classical and operant conditioning principles seems to be declining, as newer studies explore cognitive and emotional dimensions of learning.
  3. Neurological Correlates of Behavior:
    While neurological studies are still relevant, there is less focus on purely correlational studies without addressing the cognitive or behavioral implications of these findings.
  4. Gender Differences in Cognitive Processing:
    Research specifically targeting gender differences in cognitive tasks has decreased, possibly as a result of a broader focus on intersectionality and more nuanced approaches to understanding behavior.
  5. Single-Domain Studying:
    There is a noticeable reduction in studies that focus on isolated psychological domains (e.g., only memory or attention) without integration into broader psychological frameworks.

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