Peer Review Practice for PNG Publications and Scientific Research Limited and the American Journal of Health Behavior:

Peer review is an integral part of the publishing process at PNG Publications and Scientific Research Limited, ensuring the quality, credibility, and integrity of the articles published in the American Journal of Health Behavior. Our peer review practice is guided by the following principles:

Rigorous Evaluation: We employ a robust peer review process to assess the scientific merit, methodology, and contribution of each submitted manuscript. Reviewers with expertise in the relevant field are selected to provide thorough evaluations of the research, ensuring its accuracy, significance, and originality.

Double-Blind Review: The American Journal of Health Behavior follows a double-blind review process, where the identities of both the authors and reviewers are kept confidential. This ensures an unbiased assessment of the manuscript and minimizes potential biases related to authorship, affiliations, or reputation.

Expert Reviewers: We carefully select expert reviewers who possess in-depth knowledge and expertise in the subject matter of the submitted manuscript. Our reviewers are respected researchers, scholars, and practitioners who contribute their time and expertise to provide constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement.

Timely Review Process: We strive to ensure a timely review process for all submitted manuscripts. Authors can expect to receive timely and constructive feedback from reviewers, allowing them to make necessary revisions or improvements to their work.

Confidentiality and Ethical Review: Reviewers are expected to maintain the confidentiality of the manuscripts they review. They are reminded to handle the review process with utmost ethical considerations, avoiding any conflicts of interest or biases that may compromise the integrity of the review process.

Constructive Feedback: Reviewers are encouraged to provide constructive feedback to authors, identifying strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement in the manuscript. This feedback helps authors enhance the quality and impact of their research.

Editor’s Decision: The editor-in-chief, supported by the recommendations and evaluations of the reviewers, makes the final decision regarding the acceptance, revision, or rejection of a manuscript. This decision is based on the scientific merit, originality, clarity, and relevance of the research to the field of health behavior.

PNG Publications and Scientific Research Limited are dedicated to maintaining a rigorous and fair peer review practice for the American Journal of Health Behavior. We value the contributions of our expert reviewers and their commitment to ensuring the publication of high-quality and impactful research. Through this peer review process, we strive to uphold the highest standards of scholarly publishing and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field of health behavior.