Journal of the American Psychoanalytic Association (JAPA)
Journal Descriptions
The Journal of the American Psychoanalytic Association (JAPA) is one of the world’s most respected and enduring outlets for scholarly work in psychoanalysis, having been first published in 1953 and continuing as a leading voice in the discipline. JAPA appears bi‑monthly, offering six issues each year that collectively showcase high‑quality, peer‑reviewed contributions spanning clinical theory, psychodynamic research, and psychoanalytic practice. It provides a crucial forum for both established and emerging voices to explore the evolving landscape of psychoanalytic thought, including theoretical innovations, methodological advances, and clinical applications. With content ranging from major original articles to thought‑provoking commentaries and in‑depth panel reports, the journal bridges traditional psychoanalytic topics with contemporary issues — from developmental processes and intrapsychic dynamics to intersections with neuroscience, ethics, culture, and interdisciplinary study. The journal’s international scope and scholarly rigor ensure its relevance to psychoanalysts, mental health clinicians, researchers, and students around the globe. Published by SAGE Publications on behalf of the American Psychoanalytic Association, JAPA also includes the JAPA Review of Books, making it both a critical resource for current scholarship and a gateway to broader psychoanalytic discourse.
Journal of the American Psychoanalytic Association (JAPA) is :-
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International, Peer-Reviewed, Open Access, Refereed, Neurology, Psychiatry and Mental health, Psychology (miscellaneous), psychoanalytic technique, personality development and structure, psychodynamic theory, clinical case formulations, ethics, professional training , Online or Print , Bi-Monthly Journal
- UGC Approved, ISSN Approved: P-ISSN P-ISSN: 0003-0651, E-ISSN: 1941-2460, Established: 1953, Impact Factor: 0.7
- Does Not Provide Crossref DOI
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Not indexed in Scopus, WoS, DOAJ, PubMed, UGC CARE