Journal of Psychology, Recovery, and Forensic Research-by Bout Me Healing Publication
Policies & Procedures Manual
Journal Information:
The Bout Me Healing Psychology, Recovery, and Forensic Research Journal is published by Bout Me Healing. The Editor-in-Chief is Dr. Cice Rivera, and the Managing Editor is Dr. Sarah Thompson. The editorial office can be contacted via email at boutmehealingproductions@gmail.com or by phone at +1 (786) 475-6993. The journal’s ISSN is currently pending.
Scope and Aim:
This journal publishes original research, case reports, literature reviews, and applied psychology commentary. Its primary focus areas include psychology, addiction recovery, forensic psychiatry, parapsychology, spirituality, and clinical interventions. The journal’s goal is to provide accessible, research-based knowledge to practitioners, academics, and students, bridging the gap between clinical research and practical application.
Editorial Policies:
All submissions undergo a double-blind peer review process. Each article is reviewed by a minimum of two independent reviewers. Sample reviewers may include experts such as Dr. Amanda Lee, PhD, in Clinical Psychology at the University of California, and Dr. Marcus Bell, MD, in Forensic Psychiatry at Boston Medical Center. Reviewers are required to provide feedback within three weeks.
Authors are required to disclose any financial, professional, or personal conflicts of interest, and reviewers must recuse themselves if a conflict exists. All research published in the journal must comply with ethical standards, including institutional guidelines and IRB approval when human or animal subjects are involved. Plagiarism, data falsification, or duplicate publication is strictly prohibited.
Submission Guidelines:
The journal accepts original research articles, case studies, review articles, brief reports, and commentary. Manuscripts should be submitted in Word or PDF format, using Times New Roman 12-point font, double-spaced. Each submission must include an abstract of 150–250 words, three to eight keywords, references, and a DOI if available. APA 7th edition is the required citation style, and all submissions must be in English.
Publication Frequency:
The journal is published quarterly, in January, April, July, and October. Volumes and issues are numbered sequentially (e.g., Volume 1, Issue 1, 2026).
Author Responsibilities:
Authors must ensure that their work is original and properly cited, provide accurate author information including name, affiliation, ORCID, and email, and respond promptly to editorial correspondence.
Reviewer Responsibilities:
Reviewers are required to maintain the confidentiality of all manuscripts, provide objective and constructive feedback, and complete their review within the agreed timeframe.
Copyright and Licensing:
Authors retain the copyright of their work while granting the journal non-exclusive publishing rights. The journal recommends publishing under the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY 4.0) license to promote accessibility.
Data and Materials Availability:
Authors are encouraged to provide datasets, protocols, or supplementary materials to allow verification of their research. Recommended repositories include OSF, Figshare, and ClinicalTrials.gov when applicable.
Indexing and ISSN Compliance:
The journal meets technical and editorial standards necessary for ISSN assignment and indexing. This includes a clear journal title, publisher information, a fully listed editorial board, contact details, regular publication frequency, and documented peer review and ethical policies. Each article published receives a DOI and is properly categorized under its research area.
Editorial Board:
The editorial board is composed of qualified professionals in the fields of psychology, addiction, and forensic psychiatry. The Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Cice Rivera, and Managing Editor, Dr. Sarah Thompson, oversee the journal’s editorial process. Associate Editors, such as Dr. Amanda Lee and Dr. Marcus Bell, assist with peer review and editorial decisions. All editorial board members maintain ORCID profiles for transparency and accountability.
Retraction and Corrections Policy:
The journal has clear procedures for correcting errors through errata. In cases of serious misconduct or invalid research, articles may be retracted. Authors, readers, and indexing databases are notified promptly when corrections or retractions occur.
Privacy Policy:
The journal protects the personal information of authors, reviewers, and subscribers, in compliance with GDPR and other applicable regulations.
Archiving and Preservation:
All articles are archived via DOI registration, as well as through repositories such as OSF and Figshare, ensuring long-term access and retrievability.
Example Article Listing (Volume 1, Issue 1, 2026):
Sample articles include “How to Overcome Addictions Safely and Effectively” by Jane Smith, peer-reviewed by Dr. Amanda Lee and Dr. Marcus Bell; “Abraham Lincoln Depressed?” by John Doe, reviewed by Dr. Sarah Thompson and Dr. Marcus Bell; “How to Manage a Breakup: Psychology of Moving On” by Emily Chen, reviewed by Dr. Amanda Lee and Dr. Sarah Thompson; “Reiki Healing and Psychological Wellbeing” by Andrea Stillman, reviewed by Dr. Marcus Bell and Dr. Amanda Lee; and “The Practice of Forensic Psychiatry: A Journey” by Michael Adams, reviewed by Dr. Sarah Thompson and Dr. Marcus Bell. Each article has a DOI assigned for indexing and reference.