Editorial.

In this editorial, the editor notes that with volume 63, his 6-year term as editor of the Journal of Abnormal and Social Psychology ends, and the editorial reins will be passed to Daniel Katz. He reports in this valedictory editorial some facts and impressions about the journal's recent past, and records his indebtedness to the many people who have contributed to bringing the journal out. It is added that such a report is in order, since the editor is responsible for a "public utility," not a "private enterprise"; he holds a stewardship on behalf of the members of the American Psychological Association, of the journal's authors and readers, and less tangibly but most important, on behalf of its sector of psychological science. Overall though, the editor concludes that the pressures, the frustrations, and gratifications of the editorial role predictably leave him ambivalent as he turns over the direction of the journal to the new editor. But there is no ambivalence in his attachment to the venerable journal, and it is therefore very satisfying to know that the new Editor is so admirably qualified to guide it toward a distinguished contribution to psychology in the coming years. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

Experimental and clinical psychopharmacology: The next five years.

I am very honored to have been selected to serve as the editor of Experimental and Clinical Psychopharmacology (ECP). I consider ECP to be an important scholarly resource for our field, and I have given considerable thought to my responsibilities as editor and to the goals I wish to accomplish. In this editorial, I outline my vision for the journal in its next 5 years. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

Rehabilitation psychology: New directions? Reflections on the profession and the journal.

It is with a mixture of joy and sadness that I bid farewell to the editorship of Rehabilitation Psychology. I am sad because the journal has been a stepchild to whom I offered renewed life 5 years ago. I have watched it grow and develop over those 5 years from a fledgling infant, totally dependent on me, to an adolescent just on the brink of establishing its own identity in the world of scholarly publications. I believe the editor carries a great responsibility to help define the field, expand its horizons, and encourage publication of work that will cause policy makers, researchers, and clinicians alike to turn to the journal and the profession for answers to questions we can rightly answer. Therefore, the next step in the journal's life will be an important one, not only for the journal itself, but for the profession. If the journal can help our profession meet these challenges, then I believe we will see rehabilitation psychology established as one of the leaders among the health care professions. Other disciplines will look to the journal for guidance on a broad array of issues in the health care domain, and growing numbers will proudly identify themselves as members of that leading field, Rehabilitation Psychology. For this reason, I am pleased to pass the journal on to a new editor, one who can meet these challenges successfully. With sincere gratitude for the help and support given to me as editor by the editorial board, consulting reviewers, and the Division of Rehabilitation Psychology, I bid farewell to Rehabilitation Psychology and welcome Dr. Mike Eisenberg as editor, beginning with Volume 32, 1987. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

A closing editorial: Reflections on the Journal of Family Psychology, 2004–2009.

In this editorial, the current editor summarizes some of the key accomplishments during her tenure as editor of the Journal of Family Psychology (JFP) for volumes published over the past 6 years (2004-2009). She also takes time out to thank many people responsible for the journal's continued success and reflects upon how this era of the journal reflects that which was promised at the outset of her term. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

Journal of Family Psychology: Past, present, and future.

This issue marks the inception of my term as editor of the Journal of Family Psychology (JFP). The journal, in its 24th year, is like a young adult. It has achieved a level of professional identity, independence, and competence consistent with this developmental phase. I feel honored and privileged to be at the helm of the journal at a time at this juncture of young adulthood. As the editorial torch is passed to me, I am mindful of the significant responsibilities that have been entrusted to me. I conceptualize my role as that of mentor, guide, and catalyst of the ongoing evolution and success of JFP. The journal aims to provide a platform that supports the transmission of new scholarly discoveries in the field and I am excited about offering a structure that supports family psychology scholars in building upon our intellectual treasures and advancing our understanding about couples and families in novel and meaningful ways. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

Editorial.

Once again, a change has occurred. As you probably noticed, the color of the cover for this issue of the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology (JCCP) is different, signaling the “changing of the guard” of the editorial team. JCCP has a long-standing legacy of excellence in publishing high-quality, cutting-edge, and innovative research and scholarship in clinical psychology. Its increasing Institute for Scientific Information (ISI) impact factor rating continues to attest to its influence on the field overall. As the new editor, I intend to do my utmost to preserve this reputation. Moreover, I am humbled upon reflecting on those before me in this position, as well as excited about shepherding such a premier journal over the course of the next 6 years. I am cognizant not only of the impact that this journal has on the science of clinical psychology but also of its influence on clinical practice and service delivery via the dissemination and adoption of evidenced-based interventions. In this context, I am grateful for having been able to assemble such a high-caliber team of associate and consulting editors. This editorial presents some ideas for the future of JCCP in terms of content, structure, and format. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

Psychoanalytic Psychology: Editorial.

Notes that, with this issue, the journal Psychoanalytic Psychology begins its 20th year of publication. The journal's editor discusses new features for 2003, and the unique contributions of the journal as the second largest psychoanalytic journal published in the US. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

A new vision for the journal.

It is with great pleasure that I accept and begin my tenure as the fourth editor of the International Journal of Stress Management (IJSM), following F. J. McGuigan, John Carlson, and Gary VandenBos. In this brief editorial, I provide historical context to set the path for the future of the journal and reflect on two parts of the journal’s title, “international” and “management,” that shape my vision for the journal. My envisioned future for the journal is increased focus on international and cross-cultural perspectives, as well as an interdisciplinary approach to gain a comprehensive understanding of factors that shape (a) individuals’ perceptions and experiences of stimuli (or stressors); (b) the environment’s internal and external pressures; (c) individuals’ perceptions of physiological, psychological, and behavioral health and well-being; as well as (d) individuals’ and organizations’ efforts toward prevention, coping, and management of healthy lifestyles. My ultimate goal is to see IJSM serve as the desired publication outlet of choice and primary journal for scholars and practitioners around the globe who are focused on the progress of scholarship and practice in identification and management of stress. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2011 APA, all rights reserved)     

Editor’s and president’s column.

After 10 years as editor of the Consulting Psychology Bulletin cum Consulting Psychology Journal, the time has come to pass the baton to the new editor, Dick Diedrich. This will be my last editor's column. Without getting maudlin, it has been a memorable 10 years for me and, I hope, the journal. Taking over a well-edited divisional newsletter from Paul Lloyd, I shared my vision of creating a journal devoted to consultation with the divisional leadership after several years on the job. They were enthusiastic and very supportive. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

Editorial.

In this editorial, the new editor of Psychology of Addictive Behaviors discusses the journal's history, role, scope of content, review criteria, and goals. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

Introduction to a new series of interviews on the future of psychoanalysis.

When Elliot first took over as editor of Psychoanalytic Psychology and invited Jeremy to join the editorial board, we met for lunch to brainstorm about new directions for the journal. One of the schemes we hatched was the idea of developing a special issue consisting of articles by prominent figures in the field, reflecting on the future of psychoanalysis. This article discusses some of the details of this issue. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

"Golden" Editorial.

This issue marks the beginning of the 50th volume of Rehabilitation Psychology (RP). This editorial reflects on the past 50 years of the journal's history. The editor also discusses the journal's future and notes that this is the last year RP will be published by the Educational Publishing Foundation, a subsidiary of the American Psychological Association. Starting next year, RP will be an APA publication. The editor looks forward to gaining a larger and wider audience. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

Canadian Psychology/Psychologie canadienne: Les quatre prochaines années.

When a new editorial team takes over responsibility for the important task of overseeing the production of a journal, it is critical, for both readers and those interested in publishing their scholarly work in the journal, that they clearly present their vision for the direction of the journal. Such a statement provides an opportunity for the editors to illustrate their plans for interpreting the journal's mandate in a manner that ensures continuity with previous volumes of the journal while also emphasizing areas of the mandate that may not have received the attention they deserve. This editorial is designed with these purposes in mind. In the following paragraphs, we will provide information on the structure and scope of the journal for the next four years, as well as practical information on how authors should interpret the mandate of the journal and submit their work to the journal. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

Editorial statement of the American Psychologist.

Presents a statement from the ninth editor of the American Psychologist as it enters its 41st year of publication. The primary focus of this editorial is the journal's article selection criteria. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

Canadian Psychology/Psychologie canadienne: The next four years.

When a new editorial team takes over responsibility for the important task of overseeing the production of a journal, it is critical, for both readers and those interested in publishing their scholarly work in the journal, that they clearly present their vision for the direction of the journal. Such a statement provides an opportunity for the editors to illustrate their plans for interpreting the journal's mandate in a manner that ensures continuity with previous volumes of the journal while also emphasizing areas of the mandate that may not have received the attention they deserve. This editorial is designed with these purposes in mind. In the following paragraphs, we will provide information on the structure and scope of the journal for the next four years, as well as practical information on how authors should interpret the mandate of the journal and submit their work to the journal. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

An editor's last word.

This is my last issue as editor of International Journal of Play Therapy (IJPT). I experienced a great honor serving in this role over the last four years. Dr. Stephen Armstrong has graciously agreed to serve as the new editor of IJPT. The members of Association for Play Therapy (APT) are consummate professionals who share a vision for mental health intervention for all children. Although it can clearly be seen through my editorship and my research focus in APT that I am a proponent of evidence-based practice research, I am also dedicated to the idea that there are many parts of what play therapists do that simply cannot be measured. Consequently, it appears that the field of play therapy will continue to debate the need for and process of conducting research. However, it also appears that in order for play therapy to grow in credibility, research and the publication of research is necessary and vital. I conclude my final editorial by thanking all of the authors who have submitted to IJPT over the last four years. Their contributions to the field are unparalleled. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

Editorial for Journal of Experimental Psychology: Learning, Memory, and Cognition.

The Journal of Experimental Psychology: Learning, Memory, and Cognition has long held the position as the premier international outlet for psychological studies of memory and cognition. The journal publishes work that is programmatic, rigorously designed and analyzed, and of great theoretical importance. The work published here is widely cited and includes some of the most influential studies in the field of cognitive psychology. The journal has a fairly rapid turnaround time, and the reviews are typically of high quality. As editor, I will work to ensure that all of these positive aspects remain in place, and to make changes that I believe will help the journal maintain its leadership position in the future. There are two main innovations that I will bring to the journal. The first is to broaden coverage to include more articles related to cognitive neuropsychology and cognitive neuroscience. The second is to encourage the submission of shorter empirical articles through the initiation of a Brief Reports section. I also hope to attract some of the highest quality papers in cognitive neuroscience. I encourage my colleagues whose work includes both behavioral and neuroscientific approaches to submit their best papers to JEP: LMC. I hope to be able to continue the journal's long tradition of publishing some of the best and most influential papers in experimental psychology, while opening the door a bit wider to newer perspectives. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)     

History of Psychology new editor statement.

Two astute and creative editors have guided History of Psychology through its first 12 volumes. Michael Sokal, Founding Editor, and James Capshew have done marvelous work in making the journal must reading for scholars in the history of the human sciences. I feel honored to serve as the third editor of the journal and will continue the excellent editorial standards set for the journal. Over the course of the next year, readers will see several new features in the journal. Each year, we plan to have either one full issue or a special section devoted to a particular topic. A second new feature is Teaching the History of Psychology, with Barney Beins, a past-President of the Society for the Teaching of Psychology, serving as Section Editor. While the journal will continue to cover all eras of psychology, I will seek more submissions on the history of psychology after World War Two. For American psychology, this has been the period when it has grown most dramatically, not only in numbers, but in worldwide influence, concurrent with the growth of American political, economic, and military influence. My goal as editor is to make the journal indispensable reading and to have the kind of quality that will make it necessary to expand the number of pages we print each year. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)