IJ

International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry

International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry publishes findings on the causes, treatment, and care of mental disorders affecting older adults, with particular emphasis on late-life conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Its readership includes psychiatrists, psychologists, social scientists, nurses, therapeutic professionals, and neurobiological researchers.

Looking to publish in International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry? Livewrite integrates seamlessly with Word to help you write, edit, and format faster.

Existing customer login
Impact Factor 2.8
Quartile Q3
Open Access Type Hybrid
ISSN 0885-6230
eISSN 1099-1166
Invitation Only No
Cost Range $4,600 USD / £3,030 GBP / €3,870 EUR APC for open access articles.

Submission Instructions

International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.

Original Papers

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract A structured abstract is required for Original Papers. The abstract must be structured with the headings Objectives, Methods, Results, and Conclusions. The abstract must include Objectives, Methods, Results, and Conclusions.
Manuscript Original Papers are limited to 3,500 words, except qualitative research Original Papers, which may be up to 6,000 words. Original Papers must include Introduction, Materials and Methods, Results, Discussion, Acknowledgements, References, Tables, a List of figure captions, and a List of supporting information legends. The manuscript must include 3–10 keywords, up to 4 key points after the keywords, a Data Availability Statement, and an IRB Statement.
References References may be submitted in any consistent style or format. References must include author name or names, journal title or book title, article title where required, year of publication, volume and issue or book chapter, and pagination.
Figures & Tables Original Papers may include a combined total of no more than 6 figures and tables. Figures may be submitted embedded in the manuscript or as separate files, and tables may be included in the manuscript. Figures and tables must have legends, tables must include a title and footnotes, and a List of figure captions must be included.
Reformat to International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry using Livewrite Premium

Comprehensive Reviews

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract A structured abstract is required. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must use the headings Objectives, Methods, Results, and Conclusions.
Manuscript Manuscript must not exceed 4500 words. Manuscript must include Introduction, content-appropriate headings, Acknowledgements, References, Tables, a list of figure captions, and a list of supporting information legends. Manuscript must include 3–10 keywords and up to 4 key points listed after the keywords.
References References are limited to 150. References may be submitted in any consistent style or format and must include author name or names, journal title or book title, article title where required, year of publication, volume and issue or book chapter, and pagination.
Figures & Tables Figures and tables have a combined maximum of 6. Figures may be submitted embedded in an editable manuscript file or as separate files. Figures and tables must have legends, tables must include a title and footnotes, and figure legends must be supplied as a complete list in the text.
Reformat to International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry using Livewrite Premium

Registered Reports

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract A structured abstract is required. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must use the headings Objectives, Methods, Results, and Conclusions.
Manuscript Main body must be formatted as introduction, materials and methods, results, discussion, and conclusion. Manuscript must include 3–10 keywords and up to 4 key points listed after the keywords in the main document.
References References may be submitted in any consistent style or format. References must include author name or names, journal title or book title, article title where required, year of publication, volume and issue or book chapter, and pagination.
Figures & Tables Manuscripts may be submitted with text, figures, and tables in one editable file or as separate files, and figures should be uploaded as separate files. Figures and tables must have legends, tables must include a title and footnotes, and figure legends must be supplied as a complete list in the text.
Reformat to International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry using Livewrite Premium

Letter To The Editor

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract Abstract must be structured with the headings Objectives, Methods, Results, and Conclusions. Abstract headings must be Objectives, Methods, Results, and Conclusions.
Manuscript Letter to the Editor must not exceed 700 words. Main body must be formatted as Introduction, Materials and Methods, Results, Discussion, and Conclusion. Manuscript must include 3–10 keywords and up to 4 key points listed after the keywords in the main document.
References References may be submitted in any consistent style or format and must include author name or names, journal title or book title, article title where required, year of publication, volume and issue or book chapter, and pagination.
Figures & Tables Letter to the Editor has a combined maximum of 1 figure and table. Manuscripts may be submitted with figures and tables embedded in the editable file or as separate files. Figures and tables must have legends, tables must include a title and footnotes, and figure legends must be supplied as a complete list in the text.
Reformat to International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry using Livewrite Premium

Recent Publications

Financial Decision‐Making, Financial Literacy, and Cognitive Function: Evidence From the PATH Through Life Study

Htet Lin Htun, Craig Sinclair, Ranmalee Eramudugolla, Kaarin J. Anstey

10.1002/gps.70248
View Publication

The Relationship Between Polygenic Risk of Depression and Regional Brain Atrophy in Older Adults

Lindsey I. Sinclair, Clive G. Ballard, David A. Bennett, Jennifer C. Palmer, Sarah E. Medland

10.1002/gps.70245
View Publication

Electroencephalographic Biomarkers of Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Treatment Response for Major Depressive Disorder in Older Adults: A Preliminary Study

Shelby Prokop‐Millar, Carly McIntyre‐Wood, Mahmoud Elsayed, Benjamin Schwartzmann, Anne‐Marie Di Passa, Horodjei Yaya, Allan Fein, Emily Vandehei, Benicio N. Frey, Faranak Farzan, Emily MacKillop, James MacKillop, Dante Duarte

10.1002/gps.70244
View Publication

Metabolic Dysfunction‐Associated Steatotic Liver Disease and Risk of Depressive Symptoms in Older Adults

Marzieh Nasr Azadani, Najmeh Davoodian, Michael Berk, Daniel Clayton‐Chubb, Malcolm Forbes, Shiva Ganjali, William Kemp, Robyn L. Woods, Mojtaba Lotfaliany, John J. McNeil, Julie A. Pasco, Stuart K. Roberts, Mohammadreza Mohebbi

10.1002/gps.70242
View Publication

Coping Styles Predict Timing of Dementia Diagnosis: Evidence From DETERMIND

Isaac Duncan‐Cross, Eleanor Miles, Ben Hicks

10.1002/gps.70246
View Publication

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to publish?

Median submission to first decision: 22 days; median submission to acceptance: 146 days; median acceptance to publication: 10 days.

Reformat to International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry using Livewrite Premium

Is a cover letter required?

A new cover letter can be submitted before finalizing a transferred submission.

Reformat to International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry using Livewrite Premium

What are the publication costs?

Open access publication is optional and carries an APC of $4,600 USD / £3,030 GBP / €3,870 EUR if the article is accepted and published.

Reformat to International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry using Livewrite Premium

Research Topics

Dementia and Cognitive Impairment Research Geriatric Care and Nursing Homes Schizophrenia research and treatment Health disparities and outcomes Alzheimer's disease research and treatments Mental Health Treatment and Access Aging and Gerontology Research Intergenerational Family Dynamics and Caregiving Intensive Care Unit Cognitive Disorders Treatment of Major Depression Family Caregiving in Mental Illness Frailty in Older Adults Mental Health and Psychiatry Elder Abuse and Neglect Traumatic Brain Injury Research Cardiac Health and Mental Health Palliative Care and End-of-Life Issues Healthcare Decision-Making and Restraints Health and Well-being Studies Parkinson's Disease Mechanisms and Treatments Psychiatric care and mental health services Sleep and related disorders Health Systems, Economic Evaluations, Quality of Life Functional Brain Connectivity Studies Suicide and Self-Harm Studies