All manuscripts submitted to Individual Differences Research undergo an initial editorial review to ensure alignment with the journal’s aims, scope, and formatting requirements. Those meeting these criteria are sent for external peer evaluation.

Qualified reviewers in relevant areas assess each manuscript for scientific quality and contribution to the field. Reviewers consider whether the submission:

• Presents original and significant research that adds to the field;

• Builds appropriately on prior literature to justify its rationale and hypotheses;

• Is methodologically sound and replicable;

• Adheres to ethical research standards;

• Reports results clearly and accurately; and

• Draws conclusions supported by the data.

The journal typically uses a double-blind review, though alternative arrangements may be made at the editor’s discretion. Reviewer feedback emphasizes conceptual clarity, methodological rigor, and interpretive precision.

The full review process generally takes 2–6 weeks, depending on reviewer availability and manuscript complexity.

The editor’s decision, informed by reviewer recommendations, is final. Authors receive the decision which may include reviewer comments intended to guide revision or improvement.

Invited articles, editorials, and book or media reviews may be published at the editor’s discretion with or without external peer review.

For details on what happens before and after peer review see our Publication Process page.