Aims and Scope

The Journal of Addiction and Physical Dependence (JAPD) aims to publish high-quality research articles focused on addiction and physical dependence. The journal's objective is to advance the understanding of addiction-related behaviors and physiological dependencies by providing unrestricted access to original research, review articles, case reports, and communications. JAPD strives to support the global dissemination of knowledge by offering an open-access platform that allows free and immediate use of its published content, ensuring wide reach and visibility of research in the field.

JAPD covers a broad range of topics within addiction and physical dependence, including but not limited to psychological or physiological dependencies, substance-related addictions such as alcohol, drugs, nicotine, and behavioral addictions like gambling and food addiction. The journal also accepts studies on addiction-related neuroscience, pharmacology, social policy, and the ethical, legal, and liability issues in addiction medicine. Submissions exploring innovative therapeutic approaches, clinical trials, and advancements in understanding addiction mechanisms are encouraged.

Key Areas of Interest Include:

  • Alcohol, nicotine, and drug addiction treatments.

  • Behavioral addictions such as food, gambling, and internet addiction.

  • Substance use disorders during pregnancy and neonatal abstinence syndrome.

  • Ethical and legal issues in addiction treatment.

  • Addictive behaviors and their underlying pathophysiology.

  • Clinical and experimental research on physical and psychological dependencies.

JAPD's comprehensive scope ensures a platform for researchers and practitioners to share novel findings, fostering collaboration and innovation in the field of addiction science.