About the Journal of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
A peer-reviewed, open access journal advancing behavioral science research through rigorous examination of cognitive processes, behavioral mechanisms, and evidence-based psychological methodologies.
JCBT publishes research that advances scientific understanding of behavioral and cognitive phenomena. Our scope encompasses experimental investigations, measurement development, theoretical modeling, and empirical validation studies across diverse populations and contexts.
Cognitive Processes & Mechanisms
Research examining attention, memory, reasoning, decision-making, cognitive biases, information processing, and metacognitive awareness through experimental methodologies.
Behavioral Theory & Models
Theoretical frameworks explaining behavior patterns, habit formation, behavioral reinforcement, learning mechanisms, and predictive models of human behavior.
Assessment & Measurement
Development and validation of psychological assessment tools, behavioral observation methods, psychometric studies, and measurement innovation in behavioral science.
Social & Interpersonal Behavior
Studies of social cognition, group dynamics, interpersonal processes, cultural influences on behavior, and social psychological phenomena.
Experimental Psychology
Laboratory and field experiments investigating behavioral responses, cognitive performance, experimental manipulations, and controlled research designs.
Research Methodology
Innovations in research design, statistical approaches, data analysis techniques, replication studies, and methodological best practices in behavioral research.
JCBT maintains unwavering standards for scientific rigor through multi-stage peer review by recognized experts in behavioral science. Our editorial process ensures that published research demonstrates methodological soundness, appropriate statistical analysis, and meaningful contributions to psychological science.
JCBT adheres to the highest ethical standards in scholarly publishing. We require transparency in research methodology, appropriate ethical approvals for human subjects research, disclosure of potential conflicts of interest, and proper attribution of prior work. Our policies align with international best practices for research integrity.
- Mandatory ethical approval documentation for studies involving human participants
- Transparent reporting of methodology, data analysis, and limitations
- Full disclosure of funding sources and potential conflicts of interest
- Proper citation practices and acknowledgment of prior research
- Data sharing encouraged to promote reproducibility and verification
- Adherence to COPE guidelines for publication ethics
JCBT's editorial direction is guided by an international team of distinguished behavioral scientists committed to advancing the field through rigorous scholarship and ethical publishing practices.
Researchers choosing JCBT benefit from our commitment to quality, accessibility, and professional support throughout the publication process.
- Rigorous peer review ensuring high scientific standards and research quality
- Open access format providing immediate global visibility and unrestricted readership
- Targeted audience of behavioral science researchers and academics worldwide
- Rapid editorial decisions with transparent communication throughout review
- Professional copyediting and production support for accepted manuscripts
- Opportunities for collaboration through international readership and contributor network
- Enhanced credibility through publication in an established behavioral science journal
Authors interested in submitting research to JCBT should review our comprehensive author guidelines before preparing manuscripts. Submissions should include structured abstracts, appropriate keywords, and adherence to formatting requirements.
JCBT accepts diverse manuscript formats that advance behavioral science knowledge:
Original Research
Empirical studies reporting novel findings from experimental or observational research with rigorous methodology and analysis.
Systematic Reviews
Comprehensive syntheses of research literature using systematic methodology to address specific research questions.
Meta-Analyses
Quantitative synthesis of research findings across multiple studies with appropriate statistical integration methods.
Methodological Papers
Studies presenting innovations in research methodology, assessment techniques, or analytical approaches.
Theoretical Contributions
Papers advancing theoretical understanding of behavioral or cognitive phenomena with empirical grounding.
Measurement Validation
Psychometric studies developing or validating assessment instruments and measurement tools.
Contribute to Behavioral Science Research
Join the global community of behavioral scientists advancing our understanding of human cognition and behavior through rigorous empirical research. Submit your manuscript to JCBT today.
For inquiries about manuscript submission, peer review, or editorial policies, contact us at [email protected]
