About Us
The International Journal of Psycho-Oncology and Positive Psychology is a highly esteemed scholarly publication that serves as a dedicated platform for the exploration of the intersection between psycho-oncology and positive psychology. This prestigious journal provides researchers, academics, and practitioners with a valuable outlet to share their knowledge, insights, and advancements within this specific field of study.
The journal publishes articles that encompass a wide range of topics related to psycho-oncology and the positive psychology aspects of individuals facing cancer. It welcomes contributions from diverse perspectives, including psychology, neuroscience, oncology, philosophy, and other relevant disciplines, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration. The scope of the journal extends, but is not limited, to the following dimensions:
Empirical Studies:
The International Journal of Psycho-Oncology and Positive Psychology encourages empirical investigations that shed light on the relationship between psycho-oncology and positive psychology. This includes research utilizing a variety of methodologies to explore how positive psychological factors impact cognitive processes, emotional well-being, behavior, and overall health outcomes in individuals facing cancer.
Theoretical Discussions:
The journal invites scholarly discourse on theoretical frameworks that elucidate the interplay between psycho-oncology and positive psychology. This encompasses conceptual models, theoretical perspectives, and integrative frameworks that enhance our understanding of the underlying mechanisms and processes involved in the psycho-oncology and positive psychology interface.
Psycho-Social Development and Well-being:
The International Journal of Psycho-Oncology and Positive Psychology welcomes research that examines the role of positive psychology in psycho-social development and overall well-being for individuals facing cancer. This includes investigations into how positive psychological factors influence psychological, emotional, and social aspects of well-being, contributing to resilience, meaning-making, self-transcendence, and personal growth in the context of cancer.
Neuroscience and Positive Psychology:
The journal encourages studies that explore the neural mechanisms underlying positive psychological experiences and their cognitive correlates in individuals facing cancer. This includes research utilizing neuroimaging techniques, such as fMRI, EEG, and neurophysiological assessments, to investigate brain activity patterns associated with positive psychological interventions, resilience-building strategies, and the impact on overall well-being in the context of cancer.
Spirituality, Cognition, and Health:
The International Journal of Spirituality and Cognition invites research on the impact of spirituality and cognitive processes on physical and mental health outcomes. This includes studies investigating the relationship between spiritual beliefs, practices, and cognitive factors (e.g., beliefs about healing, placebo effects) in relation to health promotion, coping with illness, and psychological well-being.
Positive Psychology, Cognition, and Health:
The International Journal of Psycho-Oncology and Positive Psychology invites research on the impact of positive psychology and cognitive processes on physical and mental health outcomes for individuals facing cancer. This includes studies investigating the relationship between positive psychological interventions, cognitive factors, and health promotion, coping with illness, and psychological well-being in the context of cancer.
The International Journal of Psycho-Oncology and Positive Psychology upholds rigorous standards of professionalism and ethical conduct in its publishing practices. The journal employs a robust peer-review process to ensure that all articles undergo meticulous evaluation by experts in the field. It is committed to maintaining academic integrity, intellectual rigor, and the dissemination of high-quality research within the domain of psycho-oncology and positive psychology.
By providing an authoritative platform for scholarly exploration and knowledge dissemination, the journal contributes to the advancement of the field, fostering a deeper understanding of the intricate interplay between psycho-oncology and positive psychology.