Editorial & Publishing Policies

Editorial and Publishing Policies of the Journal of Sociology and Psychology

Intellectual Property

The Journal complies with intellectual property regulations and will not publish any manuscript, in whole or in part, without the explicit consent of the author. Third parties are not permitted to reuse data from the manuscript without written approval from the author. Authors wishing to republish their work elsewhere must seek and obtain permission from the Journal. In all cases of republication, the original source published in the Journal must be properly cited. Authors retain the copyright to their published articles; the Journal reserves the right to disseminate and archive the articles in accordance with current Open Access policies.

Responsibilities of the Editorial Board

Editors evaluate manuscripts solely based on their academic merit and maintain strict confidentiality, regardless of the author's identity, institutional affiliation, nationality, or personal views. All manuscripts undergo a rigorous, objective double-blind peer review process by at least two independent subject matter experts. Reviewers are carefully selected based on their expertise and must have no conflicts of interest to ensure the integrity of the evaluation process.

Responsibilities of Reviewers

Reviewers must maintain the confidentiality of all information related to the manuscript. Reviews must be objective, constructive, and completed within the timeframe agreed upon with the Editorial Board. Reviewers are also required to promptly notify the Editorial Board if they detect any violations of scientific integrity during the review process.

Responsibilities of Authors

Authors must submit original manuscripts that have not been previously published elsewhere. They must ensure that all references are fully cited, including the authors' own previous works. In the case of multi-authored papers, each author must have made a substantial contribution to the conception, execution, or interpretation of the research; the specific roles of all co-authors should be clearly defined. Authors are also responsible for ensuring the manuscript meets the Journal’s formal and linguistic requirements.

Verification and Handling of Misconduct

The Journal is committed to maintaining the highest integrity in academic publishing. We combine the use of plagiarism detection software with manual screening during the editorial process. All editors, reviewers, and personnel involved must adhere to the highest standards of scientific integrity.

Post-Publication Discussions and Corrections

The Journal encourages academic dialogue following publication through letters to the editor. We encourage authors and readers to notify us of any significant errors or ambiguities in published articles. The Journal may issue corrections, clarifications, or retractions as necessary.

Complaints and Appeals

The Journal is committed to resolving complaints and appeals regarding the publishing process in a fair and transparent manner. All complaints will be carefully considered by the Editor-in-Chief or a designated review committee, with a formal written response provided. Appeals supported by valid evidence will be re-evaluated through an objective and independent process.

Conflict of Interest Policy

Authors, reviewers, and editors must disclose any financial, personal, or professional relationships that could influence the objectivity of the manuscript handling or evaluation process. Statements of potential conflicts of interest (if any) must be clearly stated in the published articles to ensure transparency. Failure to disclose such relationships may lead to the rejection or retraction of the article.

Statement on the Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Authors are responsible for disclosing the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the preparation of their manuscripts. AI is only permitted to enhance the clarity and readability of the text. These tools must be used under the direct supervision of the author, who must carefully review and edit the output. As AI-generated content can be inaccurate, incomplete, or biased, authors bear full responsibility for the accuracy and integrity of the manuscript. AI or AI-assisted tools must not be listed as authors or co-authors. The human author is solely responsible for the intellectual content and academic ethics.

To ensure transparency, the use of AI must be clearly disclosed at the time of initial submission. This information will be published with the official article in a dedicated section immediately preceding the References list.