This journal focuses on therapeutic communities (TCs), exploring their principles, practices, and effectiveness across various settings. Articles examine the application of TC approaches in mental health services, substance use disorder treatment, and forensic environments. The scope includes historical perspectives, research into patient and staff experiences, and the development of new TC models. Sociological and psychological aspects, such as interpersonal relationships, leadership, and the unconscious, are also investigated within the context of TCs.
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⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
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Clinical PsychologyQ4
Health Professions (miscellaneous)Q4
Psychiatry and Mental HealthQ4
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Substance Abuse
Scopus Categories
Health Professions (miscellaneous)Psychiatry and Mental HealthClinical Psychology
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Mental Health and Patient InvolvementPsychotherapy Techniques and ApplicationsSubstance Abuse Treatment and OutcomesPsychiatric care and mental health servicesHomelessness and Social IssuesSchizophrenia research and treatmentCounseling, Therapy, and Family DynamicsPsychopathy, Forensic Psychiatry, Sexual OffendingMental Health and PsychiatryPersonality Disorders and Psychopathology