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Psychology is the scientific study of the human mind and behavior. It encompasses a wide range of theories, concepts, and research methods that explore how individuals think, feel, and interact with the world around them. We welcome research that pushes the boundaries and explores important questions surrounding human behavior and mental processes.

The following Research Topics are led by experts in their field and contribute to the scientific understanding of psychology. These Research topics are published in the peer-reviewed journal Frontiers in Psychology, as open access articles.

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Research Topics

Frontiers' Research Topics are peer-reviewed article collections around cutting-edge research themes.
Learn more about how Research topics work.

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Aging and Work

The objective of the Aging and Work Research Topic is to encourage empirical and theoretical articles of both rigor and relevance that examine the links between the workforce and aging.

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Siblinghood Through Any Disability: The State of the Art and Future Directions

The Research Topic aims to collect novel and original studies providing an overview of the protective and risk factors affecting the sibling relationship.

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Beauty and the Mind: Cognitive Science of the Sublime

The present research topic aims to collect a series of contributions on the fundamental encounter between humans and the sublime without any limitations of methods, setting, or theoretical framework.

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Scales Validation in the Context of Inclusive Education

This Research Topic will focus on scales validation in the context of inclusive education.

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Visual Perception and Mental Imagery in Aging, Health and Disease

This Research Topic will further our understanding of 1) the brain circuits involved in visual perception and mental imagery and 2) the roles of the dorsal and ventral visual pathways in visual perception and mental imagery.

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The Mental Health Needs of Victim-Survivors of Technology-Assisted Child Sexual Abuse

The proposed Research Topic aims to present and showcase current work undertaken in this area to provide an overview of existing knowledge and understanding of this phenomenon.

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Psychological Factors as Determinants of Medical Conditions, Volume III

We aim to update the latest developments including interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary contributions in order to understand how psychopathological aspects may impact on somatic symptoms and medical outcomes, especially in age-related chronic diseases

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Fears and Phobias

The goal of this special edition is to provide a single place for current theory and research relating to fears and phobias which will be of use to academics, clinicians and researchers alike.

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The Health and Illness Beliefs and Experiences of Minoritized Groups

This special issue aims to advance our understanding of health disparities for minoritized groups and communities by examining the interplay of cultural, social, and psychological factors.

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Creative Organization Development through Leadership

This special issue aims to collect studies on how to develop creative organizations through leadership.

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Are the Kids All Right? Their Bodies Say No. Understanding and Intercepting Adolescents' Mental Disorders Through the Signs of Distress Expressed by Their Bodies

Background: Presently, adolescents are suffering and urgently asking for help. This is evidenced by the increase in requests received by the mental health centers, which are currently difficult to comply with.

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Alternative and Complementary Therapies to Promote Mental Health and Wellbeing for Older Adults - Volume II

This special issue is focused on informing health care professionals on alternative and complementary therapies for mental health promotion of older adults, with information and research on their effectiveness in treating specific mental disorders.

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Policing and Mental Health Crisis: Multidisciplinary Perspectives and Operational Strategies

The goal of this Research Topic is to paint a comprehensive and nuanced picture of the challenges and solutions of dealing with individuals experiencing mental health crisis from a policing perspective.

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Psychological Aspects of Knowledge Management

This special issue aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the psychological dynamics driving successful knowledge management practices.

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Exploring Diverse Personal and Social Challenges Impact on Athletes' Careers and Competition Preparation: Psychological Side Effects

The aim of this collection is the analyze the psychological effects suffered by athletes when coping with both personal or social situations of change that affect their lives, and consequently, their preparation for significant sport competitions.

Tired stressed old mature business woman suffering from fibromyalgia neckpain working in office sitting at table. Overworked senior middle aged lady massaging neck feeling hurt pain from sedentary job

Aging and Work

The objective of the Aging and Work Research Topic is to encourage empirical and theoretical articles of both rigor and relevance that examine the links between the workforce and aging.

Sister reading picture book while sitting near brother with down syndrome lying on bed at home

Siblinghood Through Any Disability: The State of the Art and Future Directions

The Research Topic aims to collect novel and original studies providing an overview of the protective and risk factors affecting the sibling relationship.

Neurology, philosophy, medicine of the future: neural connections, the development of thought and reflection, how to develop the infinite possibilities of the brain and mind. Human anatomy, 3d render

Beauty and the Mind: Cognitive Science of the Sublime

The present research topic aims to collect a series of contributions on the fundamental encounter between humans and the sublime without any limitations of methods, setting, or theoretical framework.

Caucasian schoolgirl in wheelchair with diverse schoolchildren in school classroom. Education, inclusivity, school, learning and disability concept.

Scales Validation in the Context of Inclusive Education

This Research Topic will focus on scales validation in the context of inclusive education.

Astrocyte-neuron communication through chemical signals. Protoplasmic astrocytes (violet) play an active role in memory and learning through communication with neurons. 3d rendering

Visual Perception and Mental Imagery in Aging, Health and Disease

This Research Topic will further our understanding of 1) the brain circuits involved in visual perception and mental imagery and 2) the roles of the dorsal and ventral visual pathways in visual perception and mental imagery.

Side view young woman looking away at window sitting on couch at home. Frustrated confused female feels unhappy problem in personal life quarrel break up with boyfriend or unexpected pregnancy concept

The Mental Health Needs of Victim-Survivors of Technology-Assisted Child Sexual Abuse

The proposed Research Topic aims to present and showcase current work undertaken in this area to provide an overview of existing knowledge and understanding of this phenomenon.

Senior female doctor listening to patient during therapy session

Psychological Factors as Determinants of Medical Conditions, Volume III

We aim to update the latest developments including interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary contributions in order to understand how psychopathological aspects may impact on somatic symptoms and medical outcomes, especially in age-related chronic diseases

Reflection of a woman's face in broken mirror. Depression, anxiety, phobia, suicide and mental health concept.

Fears and Phobias

The goal of this special edition is to provide a single place for current theory and research relating to fears and phobias which will be of use to academics, clinicians and researchers alike.

Close up black woman and man in love sitting on couch two people holding hands. Symbol sign sincere feelings, compassion, loved one, say sorry. Reliable person, trusted friend, true friendship concept

The Health and Illness Beliefs and Experiences of Minoritized Groups

This special issue aims to advance our understanding of health disparities for minoritized groups and communities by examining the interplay of cultural, social, and psychological factors.

Experienced businesswoman having a discussion with her colleagues in a boardroom. Group of businesswomen brainstorming during a meeting. Businesswomen working together in an all-female startup.

Creative Organization Development through Leadership

This special issue aims to collect studies on how to develop creative organizations through leadership.

Depressed teenager girl with depressive symptoms,depression disease,feels sad crying,asian mom and dad hugging embracing daughter together,giving love warmth,family care,mental health problems concept

Are the Kids All Right? Their Bodies Say No. Understanding and Intercepting Adolescents' Mental Disorders Through the Signs of Distress Expressed by Their Bodies

Background: Presently, adolescents are suffering and urgently asking for help. This is evidenced by the increase in requests received by the mental health centers, which are currently difficult to comply with.

The doctor sticks needles into the girl's body on the acupuncture

Alternative and Complementary Therapies to Promote Mental Health and Wellbeing for Older Adults - Volume II

This special issue is focused on informing health care professionals on alternative and complementary therapies for mental health promotion of older adults, with information and research on their effectiveness in treating specific mental disorders.

Active nerve cells, 3d rendering

Policing and Mental Health Crisis: Multidisciplinary Perspectives and Operational Strategies

The goal of this Research Topic is to paint a comprehensive and nuanced picture of the challenges and solutions of dealing with individuals experiencing mental health crisis from a policing perspective.

Close up X-ray Brain Concept on black background. 3D Render.

Psychological Aspects of Knowledge Management

This special issue aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the psychological dynamics driving successful knowledge management practices.

Couple exercising at the city park

Exploring Diverse Personal and Social Challenges Impact on Athletes' Careers and Competition Preparation: Psychological Side Effects

The aim of this collection is the analyze the psychological effects suffered by athletes when coping with both personal or social situations of change that affect their lives, and consequently, their preparation for significant sport competitions.