About the Journal

International Journal of Psychosocial Rehabilitation (IJPSR) is an open-access, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to promoting interdisciplinary research, clinical practice, and policy analysis in the field of psychosocial rehabilitation, mental health, and applied psychology. The journal provides a global platform for academics, practitioners, and policymakers to share innovative practices, empirical findings, and theoretical perspectives that contribute to improving mental health systems and psychosocial well-being.

IJPSR aims to encourage collaboration among professionals in psychology, psychiatry, public health, education, social work, and rehabilitation sciences. By integrating research and practice across multiple sectors, the journal seeks to advance psychosocial rehabilitation methodologies, enhance recovery-oriented services, and reduce stigma associated with mental illness worldwide.

The journal welcomes original research, reviews, and policy analyses encompassing a wide range of disciplines in psychology and psychosocial rehabilitation. Areas of interest include (but are not limited to):

Core Psychological Disciplines

• Clinical, Developmental, and Educational Psychology
• Health Psychology and Positive Psychology
• Neuropsychology and Cognitive Science
• Behavioural Science and Cognitive Neuroscience
• Forensic, Legal, and Social Psychology
• Organizational and Occupational Psychology
• Psychopathology and Mental Health Research
• Psychometrics and Quantitative Psychology
• Cross-Cultural and Cultural Psychology
• Evolutionary, Experimental, and Biological Psychology

Psychosocial Rehabilitation in Clinical and Community Settings

• Psychiatric Rehabilitation and Community Psychiatry
• Recovery-Oriented Services and Peer Support
• Mental Health Promotion and Community Resilience
• Case Management, Outreach, and Crisis Intervention
• Homelessness Prevention and Social Inclusion
• Collaborative Care Models and Empowerment Programs
• Prevention, Early Intervention, and Family Support

Policy, Governance, and Global Mental Health

• Mental Health Policy, Legislation, and Reform
• Government and NGO Initiatives for Mental Health
• Funding, Accessibility, and Service Delivery
• Human Rights and Advocacy in Mental Health
• Global Mental Health Initiatives and Collaboration
• Cultural Competence and Diversity in Care
• Cross-National Policy Research and Evaluation

Workplace, Education, and Organizational Well-being

• Workplace Mental Health and Employee Assistance Programs
• Occupational Stress, Burnout, and Resilience
• Leadership, Motivation, and Team Dynamics
• Educational Counseling and Student Mental Health
• Teacher Training and School-Based Mental Health Programs
• Workplace Culture, Inclusion, and Psychological Safety

Cultural, Religious, and Social Contexts

• Cultural Adaptation of Interventions and Therapies
• Religion, Spirituality, and Coping Mechanisms
• Minority and Immigrant Mental Health
• Cultural Psychiatry and Indigenous Healing Practices
• Stigma Reduction and Mental Health Awareness
• Community Empowerment and Advocacy

Research Methodologies and Technological Innovations

• Randomized Controlled Trials (RCTs) and Program Evaluation
• Community-Based Participatory Research (CBPR)
• Systematic Reviews, Meta-Analyses, and Action Research
• Digital and Technology-Assisted Mental Health Interventions
• Machine Learning and Data Science in Psychology
• Neuroimaging, Psychophysiology, and Behavioural Assessment
• Implementation Science and Global Mental Health Research

Family, Social, and Support Systems

• Family Therapy, Caregiver Support, and Parent Education
• Peer Support, Group Therapy, and Social Rehabilitation
• Community Networks and Social Resilience
• Family-Centered Interventions and Counseling
• Social Inclusion, Equity, and Justice in Mental Health

By encompassing these diverse areas, IJPSR seeks to provide a comprehensive academic and professional forum that bridges research, clinical practice, education, and policy to advance psychosocial rehabilitation and global mental health.

IJPSR is published under an open-access model, ensuring that all articles are freely accessible to scholars, practitioners, and readers worldwide without subscription barriers.

The journal operates under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0), allowing users to read, share, and reproduce content in any format, provided appropriate credit is given to the original authors and source.

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All manuscripts submitted to IJPSR undergo a strict double-blind peer-review process to ensure academic quality, originality, and ethical integrity.

The editorial board includes prominent experts in psychology, psychiatry, social sciences, and rehabilitation, committed to maintaining high ethical standards and promoting excellence in academic publishing.

• Original Research Articles
• Clinical and Experimental Studies
• Review and Systematic Studies
• Policy and Program Evaluation Papers
• Case Reports and Applied Research Studies
• Short Communications and Commentary Articles