Journal of Medical and Psychological Trauma

Journal of Medical and Psychological Trauma

Journal of Medical and Psychological Trauma – Reviewer Resources

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Reviewer Resources

Tools to support efficient, high quality peer review.

JMPT provides reviewers with tools and guidance to ensure consistent, efficient, and ethical evaluations. Resources help reviewers address clinical and psychological trauma considerations.

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Resources Overview

Resources include structured review templates, ethical guidance, and clarity on journal expectations. Reviewers can access support from the editorial office when complex issues arise.

Available Tools

TM

Templates

Structured review forms.

ET

Ethics Guide

Conflicts and confidentiality.

CR

Criteria

Evaluation standards and rubrics.

DE

Data Expectations

Availability and reproducibility.

Ongoing Guidance

Editorial Support:

The editorial office can clarify policy questions and ethical concerns.

Training:

Periodic updates help reviewers stay aligned with standards.

Checklist:

Structured checklists improve consistency across reviews.

Red Flags:

Report possible data or ethics concerns to the editor.

Reviewer Standards

Reviews should focus on methods, data integrity, and clinical relevance. Provide clear major and minor recommendations and point to specific sections for revision. Balanced feedback helps authors respond efficiently.

Recognition

Reviewers receive certificates and may be eligible for APC discounts based on service. Recognition letters can support professional development and institutional service reporting.

Confidentiality

Manuscripts are confidential. Do not share data or use unpublished findings. Destroy manuscript files after review to protect privacy and intellectual property.

Review Structure

Begin with a brief summary of the work, followed by major concerns and minor edits. Comment on ethical compliance, statistical reporting, and the clinical relevance of conclusions.

Declining Reviews

If you cannot review within the timeframe or lack expertise, decline promptly so the editor can reassign. Timely declines help keep decisions on schedule.

Bias and Sensitivity

Reviews should be free of personal bias and sensitive to trauma related topics. Focus on evidence, methods, and clarity, and avoid language that may stigmatize participants.

Confidential Reports

Use the confidential comments section for sensitive concerns, such as ethics issues or data integrity questions. This allows the editor to address issues discreetly while keeping author feedback constructive.

Timely Response

Confirm review invitations promptly and adhere to agreed deadlines. Timely reviews keep clinical findings moving toward publication and support author satisfaction.

Constructive Tone

Maintain a respectful, professional tone and focus on evidence based critiques. Constructive feedback improves manuscript quality and supports author development.

Scope Alignment

Focus on whether the manuscript fits JMPT scope and contributes to trauma care or recovery research.

Need reviewer support?

Contact the editorial office for guidance or resources.