Journal Details
Child Neuropsychology
A Journal on Normal and Abnormal Development in Childhood and Adolescence
Instructions for Authors
Aims and Scope
The purposes of Child Neuropsychology are to (a) publish research on the neuropsychological effects of disorders which effect brain functioning in children and adolescents, (b) publish research on the neuropsychological dimension of development in childhood and adolescence and (c) promote the integration of theory, method and research findings in child/developmental neuropsychology. The primary emphasis of Child Neuropsychology is to publish original empirical research. Theoretical and methodological papers and theoretically relevant case studies are welcome. Critical reviews of topics pertinent to child/developmental neuropsychology are encouraged.
Questions for the editor regarding submissions may be addressed to jacobus.donders@maryfreebed.com. Book reviews can also be submitted to the editor at this address.
Each manuscript must be accompanied by a statement that it has not been published elsewhere and that it has not been submitted simultaneously for publication elsewhere. Authors are responsible for obtaining permission to reproduce copyrighted material from other sources and are required to sign an agreement for the transfer of copyright to the publisher. All accepted manuscripts, artwork, and photographs become the property of the publisher.
If you wish to view details of a paper which you submitted before 16th April 2007 (to our previous online submission website), or you have any other queries regarding papers submitted to the previous site, please contact the journals editorial assistant, Duncan Nicholas, at reviews@psypress.co.uk
Brief Reports
Work with a very narrow focus or that otherwise does not warrant a full article can be considered for a Brief Report. Such submissions should be limited to no more than 2,000 words, with no more than two tables or figures. In a Brief Report, there should be no subsections in the Method, and the Results and Discussion should be combined.
References
Cite in the text by author and date (Smith, 1983). Prepare reference list in accordance with the APA Publication Manual, 4th ed(print copy says 5th ed). Only references published in generally available journals or books will be accepted.
Journal: Tsai, M., & Wagner, N. N. (1978). Therapy groups for women sexually molested as children. Archives of Sexual Behaviour, 7(6), 417-427.
Book: Millman, M. (1980). Such a pretty face. New York: W. W. Norton.
Contribution to a Book: Hartley, J. T., & Walsh, D. A. (1980). Contemporary issues in adult development of learning. In L. W. Poon (ed.), Ageing in the 1980s (pp. 239-252). Washington, DC: American Psychological Association.
Illustrations
Illustrations submitted (line drawings, halftones, photos, photomicrographs, etc.) should be clean originals or digital files. Digital files are recommended for highest quality reproduction and should follow these guidelines:
- 300 dpi or higher
- Sized to fit on journal page
- EPS, TIFF, or PSD format only
- Submitted as separate files, not embedded in text files
Tables and Figures
Tables and figures (illustrations) should not be embedded in the text, but should be included as separate sheets or files. A short
descriptive title should appear above each table with a clear legend and any footnotes suitably identified below. All units must be included. Figures should be completely labeled, taking into account necessary size reduction. Captions should be typed, double-spaced, on a separate sheet. All original figures should be clearly marked in pencil on the reverse side with the number,
author' name, and top edge indicated.
Proofs
Offprints/Reprints
Free article access: Corresponding authors will receive free online access to their article through our website www.informaworld.com and a complimentary copy of the issue containing their article. Reprints of articles published in this journal can be purchased through Rightslink® when proofs are received. If you have any queries, please contact our reprints department at reprints@tandf.co.uk
