About the Journal

Focus and Scope

Contextos Clínicos is the Psychology journal of Universidade do Vale do Rio dos Sinos and it is published three times a year. This journal publishes papers of empirical research as well as systematic and integrative literature reviews. The journal’s central purpose is to provide a forum for the promotion and discussion of issues related to the practice of clinical psychology.

 

Peer Review Process

The publication of the article is subjected to the previous approval of the journal's Editorial Board, as well as to peer review made by, at least, two ad hoc reviewers using the double blind review process.

The final acceptance of the article depends on:

  • The recommendation of the reviewers;

  • That the authors carry out the necessary corrections;

  • And final approval by the Editorial Board, which decision will recommend one of the following options:

    1. Accept submission;
    2. Revisions required;
    3. Resubmit for review;
    4. Resubmit elsewhere;
    5. Decline submission;
    6. See comments.

Instructions for Reviewers

Reviewers play a critical role in informing editors about the quality of a scientific paper. Contextos Clínicos trusts and is truly grateful for the reviewers' time to ensure that the journal publishes highly relevant studies for the growth of psychological science in the clinical setting.


Before registering your review, we recommend that you read the Instructions for Reviewers available by clicking HERE (PDF in Portuguese).