Peer review

Positive peer reviews contribute to increased funding opportunities, academic advancement and a good reputation.

Psychological Services reviewer guidelines

Psychological Services guidelines for reviewers.
Conversation with Nick Bowman, PhD

Nick Bowman, PhD

Nick Bowman, PhD, associate editor for Technology, Mind, and Behavior sheds light on registered reports, outlining key features, misconceptions, and benefits of this unique article type.
Publishing in a scholarly journal: Part 3, Peer review

Part three, peer review

In this part of the series, we examine the role of peer reviewers.

How to become a journal editor

The psychology field is looking for fresh voices—why not add yours?

Reviewer mentorship programs

Explore and join reviewer mentorship programs offered by various APA journals.

How to review manuscripts

Peer review is an integral part of science and a valuable contribution to our field. Browse these resources and consider joining the community of APA reviewers.

Peer Review Recognition

Publons is a service that provides instant recognition for peer review and enables APA reviewers and action editors to maintain a verified record of their contributions for promotion and funding applications.

Little-known secrets for how to get published

Advice from seasoned psychologists for those seeking to publish in a journal for the first time

How to review a manuscript

Journal editors identify 10 key steps for would-be reviewers

How to find reviewer opportunities

What if you want to review journal manuscripts but the editors aren’t beating down your door?

Webinars and training

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Interactive Online Programs

How to review a manuscript

Pull back the curtain and get an insider’s view of the journal review process. See the dimensions that your manuscript is being rated along, the recommended dispositions that are available to the reviewers, and the most effective ways to respond to editorial feedback. Become a more effective reviewer by better understanding the editorial process, constraints and objectives.

Standards, guidelines, and regulations

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National Science Foundation (NSF) Grant Proposal Guide

The Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) is the source for information about NSF's proposal and award process. Each version of the PAPPG applies to all proposals or applications submitted while that version is effective.

National Institutes of Health (NIH) Peer Review Policies and Practices

NIH resources about the regulations and processes that govern peer review, including management of conflicts of interest, applicant and reviewer responsibilities in maintaining the integrity in peer review, appeals, and more.

Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Final Information Quality Bulletin for Peer Review

This Office of Management and Budget bulletin establishes that important scientific information shall be peer reviewed by qualified specialists before it is disseminated by the federal government.
 

Peer review at APA Journals

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APA Journals Peer Review Process

Like other scientific journals, APA journals utilize a peer review process to guide manuscript selection and publication decisions.
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APA reviewers get recognized through Web of Science Reviewer Recognition Service

Web of Science Reviewer Recognition Service™ enables APA reviewers and action editors to maintain a verified record of their contributions.