The Journal of Addiction Psychiatry (JAP) is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to advancing research and clinical practice in addiction, psychiatry, and behavioral health. The journal publishes original research, reviews, case reports, perspectives, and other scholarly contributions addressing the biological, psychological, social, and clinical dimensions of addiction and mental health.
JAP aims to promote a deeper understanding of substance use disorders and related psychiatric conditions while supporting advances in prevention, diagnosis, treatment, recovery, and public health. The journal encourages interdisciplinary collaboration among clinicians, researchers, mental health professionals, and policymakers.
Through rigorous peer review, JAP provides a platform for high-quality research and evidence-based perspectives that contribute to improved care and outcomes for individuals and communities affected by addiction.
Authors are encouraged to submit work in the following areas, as well as other topics relevant to addiction psychiatry and behavioral health:
- Addiction Psychiatry and Substance Use Disorders
- Alcohol, Tobacco, Nicotine, and Drug Dependence
- Behavioral and Process Addictions
- Co-occurring Psychiatric Disorders and Dual Diagnosis
- Neurobiology and Neuroscience of Addiction
- Prevention, Early Intervention, and Relapse Management
- Pharmacological and Psychotherapeutic Interventions
- Recovery, Rehabilitation, and Integrated Care
- Child, Adolescent, and Lifespan Addiction
- Trauma, Stress, and Mental Health
- Digital and Technology-Enabled Interventions
- Public Health and Social Determinants of Addiction
- Addiction Policy, Ethics, and Regulatory Perspectives
- Emerging Research and Innovations in Addiction Science
For more information, please contact: jap.editor(at)addictpsychiatry.org