Post-Publication Discussion

The journal encourages responsible scholarly discussion concerning published research.

Readers, researchers, practitioners, or other stakeholders who identify substantive concerns regarding an article may contact the Editorial Office.

Concerns may relate to:

• factual errors;
• statistical errors;
• methodological problems;
• data integrity;
• ethical issues;
• attribution problems;
• conflicts of interest;
• incorrect references; or
• other significant matters.

The journal will assess credible concerns fairly and may invite the authors to respond.

Depending on the findings, appropriate action may include:

• clarification;
• author response;
• correction;
• expression of concern; or
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Scholarly criticism made in good faith will be evaluated on the basis of evidence and academic relevance.

 

Related Policies:
Corrections & Retractions | Complaints & Appeals | Publication Ethics