Journal Guide

The British Journal of Clinical Psychology publishes original research, both empirical and theoretical, on all aspects of clinical psychology:* clinical and abnormal psychology featuring descriptive or experimental studies*aetiology, assessment and treatment of the whole range of psychological disorders irrespective of age group and setting* biological influences on individual behaviour*studies of psychological interventions and treatment on individuals, dyads, families and groupsFor specific submission requirements, please view the Author Guidelines.The Journal is catholic with respect to the range of theories and methods used to answer substantive scientific problems. Studies of samples with no current psychological disorder will only be considered if they have a direct bearing on clinical theory or practice.The following types of paper are invited:* papers reporting original empirical investigations;* theoretical papers, provided that these are sufficiently related to empirical data;* review articles, which need not be exhaustive, but which should give an interpretation of the state of research in a given field and, where appropriate, identify its clinical implications;* Brief Reports and Comments.

Aims & Scope The British Journal of Dermatology (BJD) strives to publish the highest quality dermatological research. In so doing, the journal aims to advance understanding, management and treatment of skin disease and improve patient outcomes. BJD invites submissions under a broad scope of topics relevant to clinical and experimental research and publishes original articles, reviews, concise communications, case reports and items of correspondence. The article categories within the journal are: cutaneous biology; clinical and laboratory investigations; contact dermatitis & allergy; dermatological surgery & lasers; dermatopathology; epidemiology & health services research; paediatric dermatology; photobiology; and therapeutics. BJD is an official organ of the British Association of Dermatologists but attracts contributions from all countries in which sound research is carried out, and its circulation is equally international. The overriding criteria for publication are scientific merit, originality and interest to a multidisciplinary audience. Journal content and further information - including author guidelines and submission details - can be found online at www.brjdermatol.org. The 2010 impact factor is 4.351. Mission & Values Founded in 1888, BJD has evolved into one of the world's leading general dermatology journals. The BJD brand is underpinned by the provision of trusted information. From this solid foundation, the journal aims to serve the needs of its multiple stakeholders.

The British Journal of Developmental Psychology publishes full-length, empirical, conceptual, review and discussion papers, as well as brief reports, in all of the following areas: • motor, perceptual, cognitive, social and emotional development in infancy; .

The British Journal of Diabetes & Vascular Disease is a bi-monthly, peer review journal that disseminates topical and practical information to the diabetes care team. The readership includes scientists, diabetologists, endocrinologists, cardiologists and vascular surgeons. BJDVD publishes specialist reviews, research articles, original papers, audit analyses, clinical cases and specialist meeting reports.

The British Journal of Educational Psychology publishes original psychological research pertaining to education across all ages and educational levels including: • cognition .

British Journal of Educational Studies is one of the UK's foremost international education journals. It publishes scholarly, research-based articles on education which draw particularly upon historical, philosophical and sociological analysis and sources. British Journal of Educational Studies provides: * Discussions of educational policy and educational issues that draw on the findings of research * Articles that review policy developments outside the UK, acknowledging the significance of cross-national policy influences * Contributions from many academic disciplines and a variety of perspectives * The most comprehensive book review section of any education journal published in the UK with, on average, sixteen reviews per issue.

The British Journal of Educational Technology provides readers with the widest possible coverage of developments in international educational and training technology. BJET is a primary source for academics and professionals in learning technology.

The British Journal of General Practice is an international journal publishing research, editorials, debate and analysis, and clinical guidance for family practitioners and primary care researchers worldwide.

The British Journal of Guidance & Counselling exists to communicate theoretical and practical writing of high quality in the guidance and counselling field. It is addressed to an international, interdisciplinary audience and welcomes submissions dealing with diverse theoretical orientations from practitioners and researchers from around the world. It is concerned to promote the following areas: the theory and practice of guidance and counselling the provision of guidance and counselling services training and professional issues Theoretical and empirical studies relating to the practice of guidance and counselling are reported, drawing on a variety of disciplines, encompassing both quantitative and qualitative methodologies, and ranging in scope from large-scale surveys to individual case-studies. The journal also explores the links between various areas of guidance and counselling and their relationship to such cognate fields as education, psychotherapy and social work.In addition to regular papers, the journal features special articles under the headings 'A Personal View', 'Interview', 'In Practice' and 'Debate', along with book reviews and frequent Symposia focusing on areas of particular interest.A possible journal of interest: International Gambling StudiesBooks for review should be sent to:Leonie SugarmanSchool of BusinessSocial Science and SportUniversity of CumbriaBowerham RoadLancaster LA1 3JDPeer Review IntegrityAll research articles in this journal, including those in special issues, special sections or supplements, have undergone rigorous peer review, based on initial editor screening and anonymized refereeing by at least two independent referees.DisclaimerTaylor & Francis makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of all the information (the "Content") contained in its publications. However, Taylor & Francis and its agents and licensors make no representations or warranties whatsoever as to the accuracy, completeness or suitability for any purpose of the Content and disclaim all such representations and warranties whether expressed or implied to the maximum extent permitted by law. Any views expressed in this publication are the views of the authors and are not the views of Taylor & Francis.

The British Journal of Haematology publishes original research papers in clinical, laboratory and experimental haematology. The Journal also features annotations, reviews, short reports, images in haematology, Letters to the Editor and book reviews.

The British Journal of Health Psychology publishes original research on all aspects of psychology related to health, health-related behaviour and illness across the lifespan including: • psychosocial mediators of health-related behaviours .