Editorial & Peer Review Process
The editorial and peer review processes at Mental Health: Research & Challenges follow best practices for scholarly publishing and adhere to the guidelines set by the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) for the conduct, reporting, editing, and publication of academic work.
Initial Manuscript Evaluation
Upon submission, the editor performs an initial evaluation of the manuscript. This evaluation includes checks for proper structure, plagiarism, and scientific quality. Manuscripts that do not meet the minimum standards may be rejected, returned for structural revisions, or sent for peer review.
Peer Review
The manuscript is sent to at least two qualified reviewers for peer review. The reviewers assess the originality, methodology, scientific accuracy, and overall quality of the manuscript. The peer review process ensures the journal maintains high scholarly standards.
Post-Peer Review Process
After peer review, the editor makes a decision based on the feedback from the reviewers. The article may be:
- Accepted for publication
- Sent back to authors for revision based on reviewer suggestions
- Rejected if it does not meet the journal's standards
Revisions
If revisions are required, the authors will be notified and may be asked to make further changes. Once the revised manuscript is received, it may either be:
- Accepted for publication
- Sent back to the reviewers for additional feedback
- Resubmitted to authors for further corrections
- Rejected
Author-Reviewer Confidentiality
Authors will not be able to view the identities of the reviewers. However, the editor may choose to share the authors' information with the reviewers if necessary.
Final Steps
Once accepted, articles proceed to the publication process. During the copy editing, typesetting, and proofreading stages, the editor(s) may request additional materials or revisions from the authors to ensure the final article meets the publication’s standards.