Axia Journal of Depression and Anxiety (AJDA)

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Aims and Scope – Axia Journal of Depression and Anxiety (AJDA)

The Axia Journal of Depression and Anxiety (AJDA) is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to publishing high-quality research on the causes, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of depression, anxiety disorders, and related mental health conditions. Our mission is to provide a platform for psychiatrists, psychologists, neuroscientists, mental health professionals, and researchers to share insights that improve mental health care and patient outcomes.

Scope:

  • Epidemiology and Risk Factors – Prevalence, genetic predisposition, environmental influences, and socioeconomic factors contributing to depression and anxiety.
  • Neurobiology and Pathophysiology – Brain imaging, neurochemical imbalances, and neuroinflammatory mechanisms in mood disorders.
  • Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis – Diagnostic criteria, screening tools, and biomarkers for depression and anxiety.
  • Pharmacological Treatments – Advances in antidepressants, anxiolytics, and emerging drug therapies for mood disorders.
  • Psychotherapy and Counseling – Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based interventions, and psychodynamic therapy.
  • Neurostimulation and Innovative Therapies – Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), and deep brain stimulation (DBS).
  • Child and Adolescent Mental Health – Early-onset depression, school-related anxiety, and youth suicide prevention strategies.
  • Geriatric Depression and Anxiety – Mental health concerns in aging populations, dementia-related mood disorders, and interventions.
  • Comorbidities and Dual Diagnoses – Depression and anxiety in individuals with chronic illnesses, substance use disorders, and PTSD.
  • Workplace and Occupational Stress – Job-related anxiety, burnout, and mental health interventions in professional settings.
  • Suicide Prevention and Crisis Intervention – Strategies for suicide risk assessment, crisis response, and helpline effectiveness.
  • COVID-19 and Mental Health – Long-term psychological effects, anxiety related to pandemics, and coping mechanisms.
  • Digital Mental Health and Telepsychiatry – AI-driven mental health applications, online therapy, and virtual mental health support.
  • Cultural and Social Aspects of Mental Health – Stigma, disparities in mental health care, and community-based interventions.
  • Holistic and Alternative Treatments – Role of exercise, diet, meditation, and complementary medicine in managing mood disorders.

AJDA serves psychiatrists, psychologists, mental health professionals, neuroscientists, social workers, counselors, and researchers dedicated to improving the understanding and treatment of depression and anxiety.

The journal follows a rigorous peer-review process, ensures international visibility through indexing in major scientific databases, and promotes rapid publication to disseminate high-impact research in mental health.

Keywords

Depression Anxiety Disorders Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) Panic Disorder Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Social Anxiety Disorder Bipolar Disorder Neurobiology of Mood Disorders Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Psychotherapy Antidepressants Anxiolytics Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) Suicide Prevention Child and Adolescent Mental Health Geriatric Depression Workplace Mental Health COVID-19 and Anxiety Telepsychiatry Digital Mental Health Stigma and Mental Health Mindfulness and Meditation

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