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The journal is the scientific publication of the Society of Pediatric Psychology (SPP), Division 54 of the American Psychological Association, whose mission is to promote the health and psychological well being of children, youth and their families through science and an evidence-based approach to practice, education, training, advocacy, and consultation.
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Thank you JPP mentors, mentees, and reviewers
We would like to gratefully acknowledge the participation of the mentors and mentees in JPP's reviewer mentoring program, and those who generously gave their time and wisdom reviewing manuscripts for JPP in 2024. Read our lists of mentors, mentees, and reviewers below.
JPP Student Academy
Have you heard about the JPP Student Academy? With this new program, trainees in pediatric psychology have the opportunity to critically evaluate a published JPP article and author an accompanying commentary.
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Take a deeper look at a recent study uncovering how gender bias may affect an adult's assessment of pain in children in a conversation with the study's lead author.
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Journal of Pediatric Psychology is currently inviting submissions on the following topics:
Call for submissions: Diversity, equity and inclusion
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Authors interested in publishing in Journal of Pediatric Psychology may be able to publish their paper Open Access using funds available through their institution’s agreement with OUP.
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