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Journal Guidelines

The International Journal of Neurolinguistics & Gestalt Psychology (IJNGP) is a biannual, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to promoting the study & research in the areas of Neurolinguistics, Gestalt Psychology, & Therapy. IJNGP publishes research articles & reviews within the whole range of Neurolinguistics & Gestalt, serving as a platform for the enrichment, articulation, & support of the constantly emerging field of Research in Neurolinguistics, Gestalt Psychology, & Therapy.

The Journal Accepts Manuscripts From the Following Fields of Research:

  • Personality Psychology

  • Developmental Psychology

  • Clinical and Child Psychology

  • Perception, Cognition, and Cognitive Neuroscience

  • Positive Psychology

  • Psychopathology and Psychotherapy

  • Cultural Psychology

  • Individual Differences and Behaviour Genetics

  • Behavioural and Cognitive Neuroscience

Types of Manuscripts

IJNGP welcomes a variety of manuscript types that contribute significantly to the field of Neurolinguistics and Gestalt Psychology. Each type aims to advance understanding and stimulate scholarly discourse in Neurolinguistics and Gestalt Psychology. 


​Accepted submissions include:

Articles

Research Articles should present original empirical research that advances knowledge within the fields relevant to the journal. Manuscripts must include an abstract (up to 250 words, 4-6 keywords), a clear introduction outlining the research problem, a detailed methodology section, a results section, a discussion interpreting the findings, and a conclusion. The study should be grounded in current literature, with proper citation of prior research to frame the research gap addressed by the study. Figures, tables, and illustrations should be used to effectively convey the results and must be original or derived from open-access sources to avoid copyright issues. Manuscripts must offer new insights or approaches, contributing significantly to the academic discourse in the field. The manuscript length should be between 4000 to 8,000 words, including references, with a preference for thorough, well-documented research. All references must follow the latest APA format guidelines.

Systematic Reviews

Reviews  require a comprehensive  review of existing literature in the fields related to the journal. It must help organise, synthesise, evaluate, or identify patterns or research gaps in current literature. The manuscript should have an abstract (250 words, 4-6 Keywords) introduction, discussion, and conclusion. Any graphs, charts, or illustrations used must be original or sourced from open-access libraries to avoid copyright infringement. The literature review should provide original analysis alongside cited sources, emphasising the significance of the research topic and contributing to existing knowledge. Manuscript lengths can vary, with longer and more detailed reviews preferred. The acceptable word count is between 4000 to 8000 words, including references. References must follow the latest APA format guidelines.

Brief Reports

Brief reports serve as a platform for presenting short versions of empirical research that builds upon previously published work. It includes additional data, confirmatory results in different contexts, and small-scale studies.  Brief reports in academic writing serve as platforms for focused problem-solving or preliminary evaluations. These concise manuscripts typically range from 1000 to 2000 words, ensuring brevity while addressing specific research questions or presenting preliminary findings. The abstract is limited to a maximum of 150 words, offering a succinct overview of the study. Authors can include up to three tables and figures combined to illustrate key findings efficiently

Viewpoints

Viewpoints cover relevant topics, offering perspectives, discussing future research directions, trends, and methodologies. They are limited to a maximum of 1500 words, with an abstract of up to 150 words. Viewpoints may include up to three tables or figures combined, and there is no limit on references.

Manuscript Guidelines

The International Journal of Next-Generation Psychology (IJNGP) upholds rigorous ethical standards and strictly prohibits AI-generated content. All submissions are subject to plagiarism detection software, and any plagiarized work will be rejected and barred from future consideration. Manuscripts must be original contributions, clearly presenting empirical findings and grounded in data. Authors should outline research questions within the context of existing knowledge, discuss relevant theories, justify research design, and provide sufficient methodological detail for evaluation. All submissions must include editable source files in .docx format; failure to comply will result in rejection.

Manuscripts should follow APA format, with sections including Introduction, Materials and Methods (with ethics approval for studies involving humans or animals), Results, Discussion, and Conclusions. Titles should be clear and concise, no longer than 12 words, and abstracts between 150-250 words, avoiding undefined abbreviations or references. Authors must provide 4-6 keywords for indexing. Manuscripts should range from 4,000 to 8,000 words, including references, and adhere to APA citation guidelines to ensure clarity and credibility. Proper citation practices not only enhance the integrity of the work but also help avoid plagiarism, and permissions must be obtained for any previously published material used.

Tables, figures, and graphics should be incorporated thoughtfully to enhance comprehension, not merely to occupy space. They must be referred to in the text with clear explanations of their relevance. IJNGP requires that all graphics and data presentations directly support the manuscript’s findings. Copyright permissions for previously published material must be obtained and submitted along with the manuscript. This ensures that all published work is legally compliant and that the integrity of both the research and the publication process is maintained.

Journal Information

Online ISSN: 2582-9270

The International Journal of Neurolinguistics & Gestalt Psychology (IJNGP) and our publisher, AnilThomas Fellowship Foundation, strive to ensure the accuracy of all content contained in our publications. However, neither IJNGP, the AnilThomas Fellowship Foundation, our agents (including the editor, any member of the editorial team or editorial board, and any guest editors), nor our licensors make any representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of the content for any purpose. 

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