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2023 - Volume 7 - Number 2

Some Benefits of Writing and Publishing Scientific Papers in the Field of Psychology

Emelina Zaimova-Tsaneva *  ORCID: 0000-0001-6659-0347
South-West University“Neofit Rilski”, Faculty of Philosophy, Blagoevgrad, BULGARIA

Open Journal for Psychological Research, 2023, 7(2), 35-40 * https://doi.org/10.32591/coas.ojpr.0702.01035z
Received: 7 May 2023 ▪ Revised: 23 July 2023 ▪ Accepted: 11 August 2023

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ABSTRACT:
This paper aims to present some benefits of writing and publishing scientific papers in the field of psychology. It discusses why researchers should actively engage in scientific publication, emphasizing the benefits for individual researchers, the scientific community, and the advancement of psychological knowledge. By examining the role of scientific papers in fostering scientific progress, disseminating research findings, and enhancing professional development, this paper highlights the essential nature of scientific publication in psychology.

KEY WORDS: benefits, publishing, psychology, academic writhing.

CORRESPONDING AUTHOR:
Emelina Zaimova-Tsaneva, South-West University“Neofit Rilski”, Faculty of Philosophy, Blagoevgrad, BULGARIA.

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