Submissions

Author Guidelines

The "Journal of Physiotherapy in Mental Health" likely accepts manuscripts across a range of areas and topics.

While specific focus areas may vary depending on the journal's editorial policies and evolving trends in the field, typical areas that manuscripts may be framed in could include:

1. Mental Health Rehabilitation: Manuscripts may cover rehabilitation programs, strategies, and interventions designed to improve the physical and mental well-being of individuals with mental health conditions.

2. Physical Activity and Mental Health: Research on the impact of physical activity, exercise, and movement-based therapies on mental health outcomes.

3. Psychologically informed physiotherapy: Articles embedding psychosocial perspectives within physiotherapy, i.e. the combination of psychological and physical approaches to address mental health concerns

4. Mental Health Assessment Tools: Development and validation of assessment tools and measures to evaluate the physical health and well-being of individuals with mental health conditions.

5. Interdisciplinary Approaches: Manuscripts on collaborative and interdisciplinary efforts involving physiotherapists, mental health professionals, and other healthcare providers to deliver holistic care.

6. Case Studies and Clinical Practice: Practical insights from clinical settings, case studies, and real-world experiences related to physiotherapy in mental health.

7. Patient-Centered Care: Manuscripts discussing patient-centered care models, shared decision-making, and the empowerment of individuals in their mental health journey.

8. Technology Implementation: Research on the use of technology and innovative devices to enhance the physical and mental health of patients with mental health conditions.

9. Education and Training: Articles addressing the education and training of physiotherapists and healthcare professionals in the field of mental health.

10. Health Promotion and Prevention: Manuscripts on preventive strategies and health promotion initiatives to reduce the risk of mental health conditions.

The evaluation of the articles includes a peer review process (double-blind) with the participation of researchers from various countries recognized in their areas of specialty. The goal is to ensure that only high-quality and relevant articles are published in the journal, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in physiotherapy in mental health.

The specific evaluation criteria and process that are typically considered during the review:

1. Originality: Reviewers assess whether the research or content presents new and original findings, insights, or perspectives in the field of physiotherapy in mental health.

2. Relevance: The manuscript's relevance to the journal's focus and scope is evaluated to determine if it aligns with the areas of interest described in the journal's guidelines.

3. Scientific Quality: Reviewers examine the scientific rigor of the research, including the study design, methodology, data collection, and analysis, to ensure the research is conducted with precision and integrity.

4. Clarity and Structure: The clarity and organization of the manuscript are assessed to ensure that the article is well structured, easy to understand, and effectively communicates the research or content.

5. Contribution to the Field: Reviewers consider the manuscript's potential contribution to the field of physiotherapy in mental health, including its potential to advance knowledge, inform practice, or stimulate further research.

6. Ethical Considerations: Manuscripts are evaluated for adherence to ethical standards, including issues related to plagiarism, conflicts of interest, research ethics, and the protection of human subjects.

7. Methodological Soundness: Reviewers assess the validity of the research methods used, the appropriateness of statistical analysis, and the reliability of the results.

8. References and Citations: The accuracy and completeness of references and citations are examined to ensure that the manuscript properly acknowledges prior work and supports its claims.

9. Engagement with the Literature: Manuscripts are evaluated for their engagement with relevant literature, including appropriate references to prior research and theory.

10. Language and Style: The use of language, grammar, and style are considered to ensure that the manuscript is written clearly and professionally.

11. Discussion and Conclusions: Reviewers assess the quality and depth of the discussion and conclusions, looking for meaningful insights and practical implications.

12. Recommendations: Reviewers may make recommendations regarding acceptance, revision, or rejection based on their evaluation.

Language

The Journal is a bilingual publication.

Articles sent to the journal must be written in Spanish or English, depending on the language domain of the author. If the article is accepted, the author will commit to taking charge of the professional translation of your writing into the other language used by the journal.

Authors

Articles can be written by:

• Researchers
• Clinical Practitioners
• Educators
• Students
• Early career professionals
• Interdisciplinary teams
• Patients and advocates
• Experts and thought leaders

Members belonging to this journal who wish to submit a manuscript will be excluded from publication decisions.

Article Types

• Editorials
• Reviews
• Original Research
• Clinical Practice Guidelines
• Case Reports
• Perspective
• Patient perspectives
• Educational Article
• Policy and Advocacy Articles

Every article sent for publication must be original or unpublished, and not be submitted for simultaneous publication in other journals or publishers.

Additionally, the journal will receive the following materials, which will be published on journal website after the corresponding approval process:

• Infographics
• Book Reviews
• Video Abstracts

a) Editorials

Texts written by specialists (with a recognized career) in the scientific area of the topic to be discussed. This topic must be of a central theme with respect to the Journal's own profile. Learn more about the guidelines.

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b) Review:

Review articles include Systematic Reviews, Narrative Review Articles, and meta-analyses. Learn more about the guidelines.

c) Original Research:

They report original results from basic, clinical, epidemiological, or translational research. Learn more about the guidelines.

d) Clinical Practice Guidelines:

They present evidence-based clinical practice guidelines or recommendations related to the use of physiotherapy in mental health care. Learn more about the guidelines.

e) Case Reports:

Based on the description of one or more clinical cases, the presentation of which provides knowledge of the management to clinical problems through the implementation of innovative therapeutic approaches or presents an atypical or complex clinical picture where the process of support and decision-making is highlighted. decisions. Learn more about the guidelines.

f) Perspective

This category includes articles that focus on unique and new ideas, interpretations, and opinions related to the topics covered by the journal.

For example, a Perspective article may analyze how some theoretical model changes the thought process and clinical practice in Physical Therapy. Learn more about the guidelines.

g) Patient perspectives

A central objective of the journal is to include the voice of patients, as an essential dimension in the healthcare area.

The themes may be framed within experience with a health problem or perceptions of a specific therapeutic intervention. Learn more about the guidelines.

h) Educational Articles

These articles focus on the education and training of physiotherapists and healthcare professionals in the context of mental health. They may discuss innovative teaching methods, curriculum development, or educational research. Learn more about the guidelines.

i) Policy and Advocacy Articles

These articles may address policy issues, advocacy efforts, and the role of physiotherapy in promoting mental health at a systemic level. Learn more about the guidelines.

Infographics

This category seeks to create a useful way to present data, summaries, or key findings in a visually appealing and easily understandable format.

The approved Infographics will be published in the corresponding section of the Journal's website and on social networks. Learn more about the guidelines.

Book Reviews

In this section, the Journal will receive reviews of relevant books or publications in the field of physiotherapy in mental health.

The approved Book Reviews will be published in the corresponding section of the Journal's website and on social networks. Learn more about the guidelines.

Video Abstracts

Once your manuscript is approved, the journal will require a video abstract of the article. This resource will provide a space for a more personal and simple explanation of what the article has found.

This resource seeks to contribute to knowledge dissemination and translation.

The approved Video Abstracts will be published in the corresponding section of the Journal's website and on social networks. Learn more about the guidelines.