Focus and Scope

Jurnal Psikologi Terapan (abbreviated as JPT) ISSN 2962-5661 (online), ISSN 2597-663X (print) is a open-access, peer-reviewed journal. The journal aims to share, exchange and disseminate theoretical of current research results, experiences and perspectives across a wide range of Applied Psychology. Published with a frequency of biannually a year, July, and December. Submitted papers must be written in Indonesian or English for an initial review stage by editors and further review process by a minimum of two reviewers.

Jurnal Psikologi Terapan focuses on the field of Applied Psychology, which involves the practical application of psychological theories, research, and techniques to address real-world issues. The journal welcomes contributions in various areas, including:
1. psychology of religion
2. clinical psychology
3. social psychology
4. educational psychology
5. industrial and organizational psychology
6. developmental psychology
7. indigenous psychology
8. experimental psychology
9. psychometrics
10. cross-cultural psychology
11. child psychology

Section Policies

Articles

Open Submissions

Indexed

Peer Reviewed

Peer Review Process

All submissions are subject to a rigorous double-blind peer review process. Manuscripts that pass the initial editorial screening (desk rejection phase) will be evaluated by at least two independent subject matter experts.

Reviewers are required to maintain strict confidentiality regarding the content of the manuscripts until publication. Once assigned, reviewers are typically given four weeks to complete their evaluation.

Given the growing challenges in securing qualified and willing reviewers, the process of obtaining peer reviews may occasionally extend the overall review timeline.

Publication Frequency

Jurnal Psikologi Terapan published with a frequency of biannually a year, July, and December.

Jurnal Psikologi Terapan focuses on the field of Applied Psychology, which involves the practical application of psychological theories, research, and techniques to address real-world issues. The journal welcomes contributions in various areas, including psychology of religion, clinical psychology, social psychology, educational psychology, industrial and organizational psychology, developmental psychology, indigenous psychology, experimental psychology, psychometrics, cross-cultural psychology, and child psychology.

Submitted papers must be written in Indonesian or English. Please prepare your manuscript by following the provided guidelines:

 Author Guidelines

Manuscripts should be submitted online via the following link:

Kiriman Online

Open Access Policy

Jurnal Psikologi Terapan is committed to promoting the broad dissemination of knowledge by implementing a full Open Access policy.

All articles published are freely available to read, download, distribute, and reuse without any financial, legal, or technical barriers, provided that proper attribution is given to the original authors and the source, in accordance with the applicable license.

JPT believes that knowledge is a universal right and should be accessible to everyone without restrictions, in order to foster global scientific exchange and enhance the impact of research findings.

This journal applies the [specify license if applicable, e.g., Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY)], allowing users to freely use the work as long as appropriate credit is given to the original author(s).

Through this policy, JPT supports the principles of transparency, collaboration, and scientific innovation within the academic community.

Publication Ethics and Publication Malpractice Statement

Jurnal Psikologi Terapan is committed to upholding the highest standards of publication ethics and preventing any malpractice. This statement outlines the ethical principles and responsibilities that apply to all parties involved in the publication process: authors, editors, peer reviewers, and the publisher (Department of Psychology, Universitas Malikussaleh). All parties are expected to act with integrity, transparency, and accountability to ensure the credibility and quality of scholarly communication.

The following sections describe the ethical guidelines that must be observed throughout the submission, review, editorial, and publication processes.

A. Publication and Authorship

1. All manuscripts undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review by at least two experts.
2. Evaluation criteria include relevance, validity, significance, originality, clarity, and language.
3. Outcomes may be acceptance, acceptance with revisions, or rejection.
4. Revised submissions are not guaranteed acceptance.
5. Rejected manuscripts will not be reconsidered.
6. Authors must ensure that submitted work is original, unpublished, and not under review elsewhere.
7. Simultaneous publication of the same research in more than one outlet is prohibited.

B. Authors’ Responsibilities

1. Authors must confirm the originality of their work.
2. Authors must disclose any conflicts of interest.
3. Authors must properly acknowledge all sources.
4. Authors must cooperate with the review process and respond to requests for corrections or retractions when necessary.
5. Significant contributions by all listed authors are required.
6. Authors must report any errors discovered post-publication.

C. Reviewers’ Responsibilities

1. Reviewers must maintain confidentiality and conduct objective, constructive reviews.
2. Reviewers must disclose any conflicts of interest.
3. Reviewers should identify relevant uncited work and report potential ethical breaches.
4. Reviewers must inform the editors of any substantial overlap with other publications.

1. Editors have full authority over acceptance or rejection of manuscripts.
2. Editorial decisions must be based solely on scholarly merit and alignment with the journal's scope.
3. Editors must maintain the confidentiality of submissions and reviewers’ identities.
4. Editors must ensure the integrity of the academic record and publish corrections if necessary.
5. Editors must manage conflicts of interest appropriately.
6. Editors must act on suspected misconduct and pursue a resolution diligently.

Plagiarism Check

All manuscripts submitted to Jurnal Psikologi Terapan must be original and free from plagiarism. All submitted manuscripts are screened using plagiarism detection software before entering the peer review process. Submissions with significant plagiarism or duplicate publication will be rejected or returned for correction. Authors are responsible for ensuring proper citation and originality. Ethical misconduct may lead to manuscript withdrawal or retraction.

The similarity index is carefully evaluated as follows:

1. 0%–20%: The manuscript is considered acceptable for peer review, provided that all sources are properly cited.
2. 21%–30%: The manuscript requires revision. Authors are requested to reduce the similarity percentage by appropriately rephrasing and citing sources before the manuscript can proceed to peer review.
3. Above 30%: The manuscript will be rejected without review due to substantial similarity, indicating possible plagiarism or lack of originality.

The similarity assessment excludes bibliographies, quoted materials, and common technical phrases. Authors must ensure that all referenced materials are properly acknowledged and that their work is substantially original. Any ethical violations discovered after publication will result in article retraction or appropriate corrections.

References Management

Authors are required to ensure that all references cited in the manuscript are accurate, relevant, and properly formatted. Jurnal Psikologi Terapan (JPT) requires authors to adhere to the following referencing standards:

1. Citation Style: References must follow the American Psychological Association (APA) style (7th Edition).
2. Reference Management Tools: Authors are encouraged to use reference management software such as Mendeley, Zotero, or EndNote to ensure consistency and accuracy in citation and bibliography formatting.
3. Quality of Sources: Authors should prioritize citing peer-reviewed journal articles, reputable books, and authoritative sources. Excessive reliance on non-scholarly sources (e.g., personal blogs, Wikipedia) should be avoided.
4. Completeness: All references cited in the manuscript must appear in the reference list, and all references listed must be cited in the text.
5. Recent Literature: Authors are encouraged to include relevant, up-to-date references (preferably from the last 5–10 years) to reflect current developments in the field.
6. Original Sources: Wherever possible, authors should cite original research papers rather than secondary sources.
7. Non-English References: If non-English references are used, authors are recommended to provide an English translation of the title in brackets.
8. Failure to adhere to these guidelines may result in the manuscript being returned for revision before it can proceed to the peer-review stage.

Publication fees

Jurnal Psikologi Terapan does not charge any publication fees. Authors are not required to pay any fees for manuscript submission, peer review, or publication.

We are committed to providing open access to all published articles without any financial barriers for authors or readers.

Correction and Retraction Policies

Jurnal Psikologi Terapan is committed to maintaining the integrity and accuracy of the research published in the journal. To ensure that the publication record is reliable, we follow strict correction and retraction policies.

Corrections

If an error or mistake is identified in a published article that does not affect the overall conclusions, the journal will issue a correction notice. This could include errors in the abstract, text, figures, or references. The correction will be published alongside the original article to maintain the article’s accuracy and transparency.

Types of Corrections:

1. Typographical errors
2. Minor errors in data or references
3. Changes that do not alter the overall findings or conclusions of the paper

Procedure for Corrections:

Authors, editors, or readers can request a correction by contacting the editorial team. Upon reviewing the request, if necessary, a correction notice will be issued, and the updated version will be made available online.

Retractions

Articles may be retracted if serious errors, ethical violations, or misconduct are identified after publication. Retraction may occur due to the following reasons:

1. Plagiarism or duplicate publication
2. Falsification or fabrication of data
3. Ethical concerns such as non-compliance with research ethics or consent
4. Serious errors that invalidate the conclusions of the article

Research papers published in Jurnal Psikologi Terapan will be considered for retraction if:

1. There is clear evidence that the findings are unreliable, either as a result of errors (e.g., data fabrication) or honest mistakes (e.g., calculation errors or experimental mistakes).
2. The findings have been previously published elsewhere without proper cross-referencing, permission, or justification (i.e., cases of duplicate publication).
3. Plagiarism is identified in the article.
4. Unethical research practices are reported or discovered during or after publication.

Procedure for Retraction:

If a retraction is deemed necessary, the authors will be contacted by the editor. A retraction notice will be issued, and the original article will remain available with a clear indication that it has been retracted. The retraction notice will include the reason for retraction and be linked to the original article for transparency.

Inquiries and Disputes If authors, reviewers, or readers believe an article requires a correction or retraction, they can submit a formal inquiry to the editorial team. The editorial board will investigate the case, consult with relevant experts if necessary, and ensure that any action taken is in line with academic integrity guidelines.

The retraction mechanism follows the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), which can be accessed at:

 https://publicationethics.org/files/retraction%20guidelines.pdf .

We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of scholarly publishing and ensuring that any necessary corrections or retractions are made transparently and fairly.

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