Ready to submit? Start a new submission or continue a submission in progress

Go to submission site (link opens in a new window)

Journal overview

Aims and Scopes. The Journal of Genetic Psychology is devoted to research and theory in the field of developmental psychology. It encompasses a life-span approach, so in addition to manuscripts devoted to infancy, childhood, and adolescence, articles on adulthood and aging are also published. We accept submissions in the area of educational psychology as long as they are developmental in nature. Submissions in cross cultural psychology are accepted, but they must add to our understanding of human development in a comparative global context. Applied, descriptive, and qualitative articles are occasionally accepted, as are replications and refinements submitted as brief reports. Although the inclusion of genetic and biological data is not required, the journal encourages the submission of studies that explore the intricate interplay between genetic, temperamental, and/or biological factors with environmental influences. In line with our commitment to fostering a comprehensive understanding of developmental psychology, all submitted articles should report, in the title and/or the abstract, the geographical and socio-cultural context where the study is rooted.

The review process for all submissions to The Journal of Genetic Psychology consists of double anonymized review.

Publication office: Taylor & Francis, Inc., 530 Walnut Street, Suite 850, Philadelphia, PA 19106.

Authors can choose to publish gold open access in this journal.

Read the Instructions for Authors for information on how to submit your article.

Read full aims and scope

Latest issues

Current issue

Cover image for The Journal of Genetic Psychology, Volume 185, Issue 3
Volume 185, Issue 3, 2024

Forgiveness and Vengeance in the Muslim World. Guest Editor: Sumbleen Ali, Ronald Rohner, and Jennifer Lansford

Advertise in this journal

Reach an engaged target audience and position your brand alongside authoritative peer-reviewed research by advertising in The Journal of Genetic Psychology.

Explore advertising options