Submissions

Original Article

All submissions must meet the requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.

Original Articles in the Journal of Holistic Medicine (JHM) are dedicated to presenting high-quality, original research that advances the integration of holistic and evidence-based medical practices. These articles should contribute significantly to the understanding and application of holistic therapies within mainstream healthcare.

Submission Guidelines:

• Word Limit: 3,000 words, excluding references, tables, and figures.
• Abstract: Structured, up to 300 words.
• Figures: Maximum of 8 figures.
• Tables: Maximum of 6 tables.
• References: Maximum of 100 references.

Review Process:

Original Articles undergo a rigorous peer-review process to ensure the highest standards of scientific integrity and relevance. The review is double-blind, meaning that both the reviewers and the authors remain anonymous throughout the process.

Criteria for Acceptance:

• Novelty: The research must present new and original findings in the field of holistic medicine.
• Relevance: The study should have clear implications for clinical practice or policy in holistic and integrative medicine.
• Scientific Rigor: The methodology must be sound, with appropriate statistical analyses and robust experimental design.
• Ethical Standards: All research must comply with ethical guidelines, including obtaining informed consent from participants and approval from relevant ethics committees.

Publication Fee:

Upon acceptance, authors will be required to pay the applicable publication fee. The standard fee is $1,800, with an option for Open Choice at $2,700 to make the article freely accessible upon publication.

Licensing:

Articles published under the standard model are available to subscribers, while Open Choice articles are freely accessible under a Creative Commons Attribution (CC-BY) license, ensuring maximum dissemination and impact.

Authors submitting to the Original Article section are expected to adhere to these guidelines to ensure a smooth review and publication process.

Review Article

All submissions must meet the requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.

Review Articles in the Journal of Holistic Medicine (JHM) provide comprehensive overviews of existing research on key topics related to holistic and integrative medicine. These articles are intended to synthesize current knowledge, identify gaps in the literature, and propose directions for future research.

Submission Guidelines:

• Word Limit: 4,500 words, excluding references, tables, and figures.
• Abstract: Structured, up to 400 words.
• Figures: Maximum of 8 figures.
• Tables: Maximum of 6 tables.
• References: Maximum of 200 references.

Review Process:

Review Articles are subject to a thorough peer-review process to ensure that they meet the highest standards of scholarly excellence. The review process is double-blind, ensuring the anonymity of both authors and reviewers.

Criteria for Acceptance:

• Comprehensiveness: The article should provide a thorough and balanced analysis of the topic, covering all relevant studies and perspectives.
• Relevance: The review should address significant issues in holistic and integrative medicine, with clear implications for clinical practice, policy, or further research.
• Critical Insight: The article should not only summarize existing literature but also critically evaluate the strengths, weaknesses, and gaps in current research.
• Clarity and Structure: The article should be well-organized, clearly written, and accessible to both specialists and non-specialists in the field.

Systematic Reviews:

Authors are encouraged to submit systematic reviews and meta-analyses, adhering to the PRISMA guidelines and including a PRISMA flow diagram. Alternatively, the Cochrane Handbook for Systematic Reviews of Interventions may be followed. Non-systematic or narrative reviews are also welcome, but authors must provide a clear rationale for the approach taken.

Publication Fee:

Upon acceptance, authors will be required to pay the applicable publication fee. The standard fee is $1,800, with an option for Open Choice at $2,700 to make the article freely accessible upon publication.

Licensing:

Articles published under the standard model are available to subscribers, while Open Choice articles are freely accessible under a Creative Commons Attribution (CC-BY) license, enhancing the article’s reach and impact.

Authors submitting to the Review Article section are expected to follow these guidelines to ensure a thorough and impactful contribution to the field of holistic medicine.

Short Report

All submissions must meet the requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.

Short Reports in the Journal of Holistic Medicine (JHM) offer concise presentations of preliminary or novel findings that are of significant interest to the holistic medicine community. These articles are ideal for disseminating early results, pilot studies, or single-case studies that provide valuable insights or raise important questions for further investigation.

Submission Guidelines:

• Word Limit: 1,500 words, excluding references, tables, and figures.
• Abstract: Up to 100 words.
• Figures: Maximum of 1 figure.
• Tables: Maximum of 2 tables.
• References: Maximum of 15 references.

Review Process:

Short Reports undergo a rigorous peer-review process to ensure scientific validity and relevance to the field of holistic medicine. The review is double-blind, maintaining the anonymity of both authors and reviewers.

Criteria for Acceptance:

• Novelty: The report should present new, original findings or novel approaches in the field of holistic medicine.
• Relevance: The findings should be of significant interest to the holistic medicine community, with potential implications for practice, research, or policy.
• Clarity: The report must be clearly written, with a focused narrative that efficiently conveys the key findings and their significance.
• Scientific Rigor: Despite the concise format, the methodology should be sound, and the conclusions should be well-supported by the data.

Publication Fee:

Upon acceptance, authors will be required to pay the applicable publication fee. The standard fee is $1,800, with an option for Open Choice at $2,700 to make the article freely accessible upon publication.

Licensing:

Articles published under the standard model are available to subscribers, while Open Choice articles are freely accessible under a Creative Commons Attribution (CC-BY) license, ensuring broad dissemination of the findings.

Authors submitting to the Short Report section are expected to adhere to these guidelines to ensure a streamlined review and publication process, allowing for the rapid dissemination of important findings in holistic medicine.