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Author Guidelines

Guidelines for Authors

General Guide for Authors

Authors are responsible for the content, originality, and accuracy of the information presented in their manuscripts.

Manuscripts must be submitted exclusively through the Open Journal Systems (OJS) platform available on the journal’s website. For any questions regarding the submission process, authors may contact us at: healthresearch@ujat.mx  

Along with the manuscript, a letter of declaration of originality, authorship, and transfer of rights must be attached, in accordance with the official template provided by the journal, which is available in the OJS system. This letter must be signed by all authors and include the following information:

• A formal request for publication of the article.

• A statement of the sources of research funding, if any.

• A description of the permits, ethical or institutional authorizations obtained to conduct the study.

• A statement regarding the existence or absence of potential conflicts of interest.

• A guarantee that the manuscript constitutes original and unpublished work and is not currently under simultaneous review by another journal or scientific publication.

• Full names and signatures of all authors, in the desired order of authorship. Where applicable, the paternal and maternal surnames must be included, joined by a hyphen. Likewise, the institutional affiliation or affiliation of each author must be indicated.

Authors are responsible for ensuring that all citations and references included in the manuscript are presented ethically, accurately, and completely, in accordance with current APA style guidelines.

It is recommended that most references be from recent publications, preferably of international scope and from specialized scientific sources. The use of unpublished or hard-to-access literature, such as unindexed theses, conference proceedings, or other documents without peer review, should be avoided.

 

Ethical Guidelines

The journal Multidisciplinary Health Research (MHR) adheres to the highest standards of ethics in scientific publishing, promoting academic integrity, transparency, and respect for copyright at all stages of the editorial process.

Authors are responsible for the content, originality, and accuracy of the information presented in their manuscripts.

Plagiarism, in any form, is not tolerated. All manuscripts are reviewed using specialized similarity detection tools, such as iThenticate, as well as undergoing editorial evaluation. Manuscripts found to contain plagiarism, self-plagiarism, or the improper use of copyrighted material will be rejected immediately.

Likewise, practices such as the improper manipulation of citations, falsification, fabrication, or alteration of data, as well as the deliberate omission of relevant information, constitute serious breaches of scientific ethics and will result in the immediate rejection of the manuscript, in addition to possible editorial sanctions.

Regarding authorship, all individuals listed as authors must have made a substantial contribution to the development of the work, in accordance with the criteria established by the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE), available at: https://www.icmje.org/recommendations/ . Each author must assume public responsibility for the content of the article.

Several authors commensurate with the scope of the study is recommended (generally up to five). In cases where this number is higher, the individual contribution of each author must be specified in detail.

In research involving human subjects, authors must declare that the study was conducted in accordance with the ethical principles of the World Medical Association, available at: https://www.wma.net/policies-post/wma-declaration-of-helsinki-ethical-principles-for-medical-research-involving-human-subjects/ , and must have obtained approval from a research ethics committee where applicable.

In animal studies, compliance with current regulations, such as NOM-062-ZOO-1999, as well as international guidelines for the care and use of laboratory animals, must be ensured: https://olaw.nih.gov/resources/tutorial/iacuc.htm

Authors must explicitly declare the existence or absence of conflicts of interest, as well as the study’s funding sources.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

The use of generative artificial intelligence tools (e.g., for writing, analysis, or translation) must be transparently disclosed in the manuscript. These tools cannot be considered authors. Authors are fully responsible for content generated with AI support, as well as for its accuracy, originality, and proper citation.

Scientific misconduct

The journal will follow the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics for the identification and handling of potential cases of scientific misconduct, including plagiarism, improper authorship, data manipulation, duplicate publication, or undeclared conflicts of interest. More information available at: https://publicationethics.org/  

Corrections, retractions, and expressions of concern

If significant errors or misconduct are detected after publication, the journal may issue corrections, retractions, or expressions of concern, in accordance with COPE recommendations. Retractions will be issued when findings are unreliable due to errors or inappropriate conduct, ensuring the transparency of the editorial process.

Author Identification (ORCID)

The journal Multidisciplinary Health Research (MHR) requires all authors to provide their ORCID (Open Researcher and Contributor ID) at the time of manuscript submission.

Registration with ORCID is free and allows for the accurate identification of each author’s scholarly output, preventing ambiguities in authorship and enhancing academic visibility. Authors can register at: https://orcid.org/

Scientific Research Articles

This section publishes original, unpublished manuscripts that rigorously present the process, analysis, and results of completed scientific research in the field of health sciences.

Contributions are accepted in Spanish or English; however, the final version for publication should preferably be in English to enhance international visibility and impact.

Manuscript Length

The article must not exceed 6,000 words (excluding tables, figures, and references), equivalent to approximately 15–20 pages.

Manuscript Structure

Title / Título / Título em português

The title of the article must be provided in three languages: Spanish, English, and Portuguese. It must be clear, precise, and accurately reflect the content of the study.

Abstract / Resumen / Resumo

The manuscript must include a structured abstract in three languages: Spanish, English, and Portuguese, with a maximum length of 250 words per language.

Each version of the abstract must be organized into the following sections:

•    Introduction

•    Objective

•    Materials and methods

•    Results

•    Discussion

•    Conclusions

The use of bibliographic references in abstracts is not permitted, nor is the use of abbreviations or acronyms recommended.

The English and Portuguese versions must be translated and reviewed by a language expert to ensure accuracy, consistency, and academic quality.

Keywords / Palabras clave / Palavras-chave

Between 3 and 5 keywords must be included in Spanish, English, and Portuguese, directly related to the article’s content.

These should be based on controlled vocabularies such as Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) or BIREME’s Descriptores en Ciencias de la Salud (DeCS).

Introduction

It should provide the reader with context regarding the research problem, including relevant background information and the rationale for the study. It should also clearly state the objectives or hypotheses. It is recommended to cite only relevant references and avoid including results or conclusions from the study.

Materials and Methods

This section should be described in sufficient detail to allow for the study’s replicability, including:

This section should be described in sufficient detail to allow for the study’s replicability, including:

•    Study design

•    Characteristics of the population and sample

•    Inclusion and exclusion criteria

•    Participant selection procedure

•    Techniques, instruments, and materials used

•    Data collection procedures

•    Data analysis

•             Statistical software used, specifying the version

•    Ethical considerations (the manuscript must include a section on ethical considerations in the Materials and Methods section, stating the following: ethical approval: name of the Ethics Committee, institution, approval number, and date. Informed consent: confirmation that it was obtained in writing from the participants or their guardians (for minors or vulnerable populations).

Results

Results must be presented clearly, logically, and chronologically, in accordance with the methods described.

A maximum of 6 tables and/or figures is allowed. These must:

•    Be numbered consecutively

•    Include a brief and precise title

•             Cite the source (if not your own work)

•    Be cited in the text and placed near their first mention

•    Include footnotes when necessary (abbreviations, symbols, statistical tests, p-values, etc.)

Do not repeat in the text all the data presented in tables or figures; highlight only the most relevant findings.

For percentage data:

•    In Spanish: use a decimal comma (e.g., 43,67%)

•    In English: use a decimal point (e.g., 43.67%)

•    Include the absolute value (n) in parentheses

•    Figures must be submitted in an editable format (not as an image) and be self-explanatory.

Discussion

This section should include an interpretation of the main findings, comparing them with previous studies. It is recommended to:

•    Explain possible mechanisms or implications

•    Highlight novel contributions

•    Analyze the influence of relevant variables (e.g., sex or gender, when applicable)

•    Acknowledge the study’s limitations

Data already presented in the results or introduction should not be repeated.

Conclusions

These should be derived directly from the results and discussion, highlighting the study’s contributions. New hypotheses may be proposed, provided their exploratory nature is clearly indicated. Avoid unsubstantiated claims.

Declaration of Conflicts of Interest and Funding

Authors must explicitly state whether a conflict of interest exists. They must also indicate the sources of funding that supported the study, if any.

Declaration of Artificial Intelligence Use

Authors must include an explicit statement regarding the use of AI tools

Declaration of Conflicts of Interest and Funding

Authors must explicitly state whether a conflict of interest exists. They must also indicate the sources of funding that supported the study, if any.

Declaration of Artificial Intelligence Use

Authors must include an explicit statement regarding the use of artificial intelligence tools. If such tools were used (e.g., ChatGPT or others), the following must be specified:

• Tool used

• Purpose (drafting, translation, proofreading, etc.)

• Confirmation of review and validation by the authors

If AI tools were not used, this must be explicitly stated.

Acknowledgments

Express gratitude to the individuals or institutions that contributed to your research.

Authors’ Contributions

In this section, the individual contribution of each author must be specified in detail, using their initials. Each author must have participated in at least one or two substantial roles (e.g., conceptualization, data processing, formal analysis, research, methodology, project management, supervision, validation, visualization, writing—original draft, writing—revision and editing, securing funding).

Example:

A.M.C.: conceptualization, methodology, writing—original draft.

J.R.L.: data processing, formal analysis, visualization.

M.P.G.: research, validation, data collection.

L.F.H.: interpretation of results, writing–revision and editing.

C.T.S.: supervision, project management, securing funding.

All authors reviewed and approved the final version of the manuscript and meet the criteria for academic authorship, assuming public responsibility for its content.

References

References must be formatted according to APA style, 7th edition, ensuring accuracy, currency, and relevance.

• A minimum of 25 references is recommended.

• At least 70% must be from the last 5 years.

• Prioritize indexed scientific sources

Example in APA 7th edition format:

• Scientific article:

Author, A. A., & Author, B. B. (2023). Article title. Journal name, volume(issue), pages. https://doi.org/xxxx

• Book:

Author, A. A. (2020). Book title. Publisher.

Clinical Cases / Case Reports

Clinical case reports are a form of scientific publication focused on the detailed and systematic description of clinical situations that contribute relevant, novel, or under-documented knowledge in the field of health sciences. These manuscripts allow for an in-depth examination of diagnostic and therapeutic processes, as well as clinical progression, from a multidisciplinary perspective.

Cases that stand out for their originality, rarity, atypical presentation, complexity, innovative approach, or relevant clinical implications will be considered for publication.

Manuscripts may be submitted in Spanish or English; however, the final version may be published in the language determined by the Editorial Board, based on its scientific relevance and impact.

All reports must strictly comply with ethical principles, ensuring confidentiality, anonymity, and respect for patient rights. The journal may request documentation at any time to verify compliance with these requirements.

It is recommended that manuscripts adhere to the international CARE guidelines, available at: http://data.care-statement.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/CAREchecklist-Spanish-2013.pdf

https://www.care-statement.org/checklist

Manuscript Length

The document must not exceed 4,000 words (excluding tables, figures, and references), equivalent to approximately 10–13 pages in standard academic format.

Manuscript Structure

Title / Título / Título em português

It must be provided in Spanish, English, and Portuguese, be clear and precise, and reflect the content of the case. Translations must be reviewed by an expert in the corresponding language.

Abstract / Resumen / Resumo

It must be provided in three languages: Spanish, English, and Portuguese, with a maximum length of 250 words per language.

It may be structured or written in narrative form and should include:

•    Context or brief introduction

•    Case description

•    Interventions performed

•    Results or clinical course

•    Main conclusion and relevance

References are not permitted, and the use of abbreviations or acronyms is not recommended. Translations must be reviewed by an expert.

Keywords / Palabras clave / Palavras-chave

Between 3 and 5 keywords must be included in Spanish, English, and Portuguese, aligned with controlled vocabularies such as Medical Subject Headings or DeCS.

Introduction

It should contextualize the clinical problem, including relevant background, current state of knowledge, and justification of the case. It should conclude with the objective of the report.

Presentation of the clinical case

It must be described clearly, in an orderly and chronological manner, including:

•    Chronological description or timeline of the case.

•    General patient data (age, sex, context), ensuring anonymity

•    Reason for consultation

•    Relevant history

•    Current medical history

•    Physical examination

•             Results of diagnostic tests

•    Diagnosis(es)

Interventions and Course of the Disease

•    Treatment(s) administered (medical, surgical, nursing, etc.)

•    Clinical course, follow-up, and outcome

Up to 6 tables and/or figures may be included, properly numbered, titled, and cited in the text.

Ethical considerations

The following must be explicitly stated:

•    Obtaining informed consent for publication

•    Protection of patient identity

•    Ethics committee approval (when applicable)

Discussion

Must include a critical analysis of the case, including:

•    Comparison with existing literature

•             Explanation of relevant or unusual findings

•    Clinical implications

•    Strengths and limitations

Conclusions

These must be directly derived from the case, highlighting its clinical relevance, contributions to knowledge, and potential implications for practice.

Declaration of conflicts of interest

Indicate whether conflicts of interest existed during the work and declare the sources of funding, if applicable.

Statement on the use of artificial intelligence 

Authors are kindly requested to include at the end of their original article an explicit statement regarding the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in the preparation of the manuscript.

The purpose of this statement is to promote transparency, academic integrity, and compliance with good editorial practices. If AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT or similar) were used, the type of tool employed, the purpose of its use (drafting, style correction, translation, among others), and a clarification that the content was reviewed and validated by the authors—who assume final responsibility for the manuscript—must be specified.

If no artificial intelligence tools were used, this must also be explicitly stated

Declaration of Conflicts of Interest

Please indicate whether any conflicts of interest arose during this work and disclose the sources of funding, if applicable.

Declaration of Artificial Intelligence Use

Authors are kindly requested to include at the end of their original article an explicit statement regarding the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in the preparation of the manuscript.

The purpose of this statement is to promote transparency, academic integrity, and compliance with good editorial practices. If AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT or similar) were used, the type of tool employed, the purpose of its use (drafting, style correction, translation, among others), and a clarification that the content was reviewed and validated by the authors who assume final responsibility for the manuscript must be specified.

If no artificial intelligence tools were used, this must also be explicitly stated.

Acknowledgments

Express gratitude to the individuals or institutions that contributed to your research.

Authors’ Contributions

In this section, describe each author’s specific contribution to the preparation of the clinical case, using their initials. Each author must have contributed to at least two substantial activities.

Example:

A.M.C.: conceptualization of the case, clinical care of the patient, and drafting of the original manuscript.

J.R.L.: collection of clinical information, data management, and creation of the timeline.

M.P.G.: analysis and interpretation of clinical findings and critical review of the manuscript.

L.F.H.: support in diagnosis, literature review, and writing, revision, and editing.

C.T.S.: supervision of the case, validation of clinical information, and final approval of the manuscript.

All authors reviewed and approved the final version of the manuscript and assume responsibility for its content.

 

References

References must be formatted according to APA style, 7th edition, ensuring accuracy, currency, and relevance.

• A minimum of 20 references is recommended.

• At least 70% must be from the last 5 years

• Prioritize indexed scientific sources

Example in APA 7th edition format:

• Scientific article:

Author, A. A., & Author, B. B. (2023). Article title. Journal name, volume(issue), pages. https://doi.org/xxxx

• Book:

Author, A. A. (2020). Book title. Publisher.

Review Articles

Review articles should address relevant topics in the field of health sciences from a multidisciplinary perspective, integrating knowledge from various fields such as nursing, medicine, public health, psychology, nutrition, and health education, among others. The manuscript must clearly specify the time covered by the review.

The work must be comprehensive in relation to the stated objective, which must be formulated clearly and precisely and placed at the beginning of the text.

The total number of studies included must be explicitly stated, as well as the databases, information sources, and search strategies used.

Manuscript Length

Review articles must be of a length commensurate with the depth of the analysis and the required methodological rigor.

The maximum length of the manuscript is 6,000 words, excluding the abstracts in the three languages (Spanish, English, and Portuguese), as well as tables, figures, and bibliographic references.

Manuscript Structure

Title / Título / Título em português

It must be presented in Spanish, English, and Portuguese, be clear and precise, and reflect the content of the review. Translations must be reviewed by an expert in the corresponding language.

Abstract / Resumo

The manuscript must include a structured abstract in three languages: Spanish, English, and Portuguese, with a maximum length of 250 words per language.

The abstract must contain the following sections:

•    Introduction

•    Objective

•    Materials and Methods

•    Results

•    Discussion

•    Conclusions

The use of bibliographic references is not permitted, and it is recommended to avoid abbreviations or acronyms.

Keywords / Palavras-chave

Between 3 and 6 keywords must be included, presented in Spanish, English, and Portuguese, directly related to the article’s topic.

These must be indexed in:

•    BIREME’s Descriptores en Ciencias de la Salud (DeCS)

•    Medical Subject Headings (MeSH)

Introduction

The introduction must:

•    Present the context of the problem

•    Describe its relevance in the field of multidisciplinary health

•    Justify the need for the review

•     Clearly state the study’s objective

Methodology

The methodology section must describe the review process in a detailed, transparent, and reproducible manner, ensuring scientific rigor, traceability, and replicability.

The use of international guidelines is recommended:

•    PRISMA Statement for systematic reviews

•    PRISMA-ScR for scoping reviews

Mandatory methodological elements

1. Type of review

The type of review conducted must be clearly specified:

•    Systematic review

•    Scoping review

•    Integrative review

•    (Optional: narrative, if applicable)

Furthermore, the choice of review type must be justified based on the study’s objective.

2. Research question

The research question must be formulated using structured frameworks:

•    PICO (Population, Intervention, Comparison, Outcome): systematic reviews

•    PICo (Population, Interest, Context): qualitative studies

•    PCC (Population, Concept, Context): scoping reviews

3. Information sources

The databases consulted must be clearly indicated, for example:

•    PubMed/MEDLINE

•    Scopus

•    Web of Science

•    SciELO

•    Virtual Health Library (VHL)

Additionally, the following sources must be included:

•    Grey literature

•    Institutional repositories

•    Secondary references

4. Search strategy

The search strategy must be described in an explicit and reproducible manner, including:

•    DeCS and/or MeSH terms

•    Synonyms and related words

•    Boolean operators (AND, OR, NOT)

•    Use of truncations

•    Applied filters (language, study type, publication period)

It is recommended to include at least one complete search strategy as an appendix.

 

5. Inclusion and exclusion criteria

The criteria used for study selection must be clearly defined, considering:

•    Study population

•    Intervention or exposure

•    Outcomes of interest

•    Methodological design

•    Language

•    Publication period

6. Study selection process

The selection process should be described in its different phases:

•    Identification

•    Screening

•    Eligibility

•    Inclusion

It is recommended to include:

•    A PRISMA-style flow diagram

•    Involvement of at least two independent reviewers

•    Procedure for resolving discrepancies

7. Data extraction

The data extraction process must be explained, including:

•    Variables collected (author, year, country, design, sample, main results, discipline)

•    Use of matrices, tables, or standardized instruments

8. Assessment of methodological quality

Where applicable, the quality assessment or risk of bias for the included studies should be reported.

Suggested tools:

•    CASP

•    Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI)

•    AMSTAR

•    ROBIS

 

Methodological Specifications by Review Type

A. Systematic Review

Characterized by a rigorous approach aimed at answering a specific question.

Must include:

•    Pre-review protocol (registration in PROSPERO recommended)

•    Mandatory assessment of risk of bias

•    Quantitative (meta-analysis) or qualitative synthesis of results

The synthesis may be conducted via:

•    Meta-analysis (when homogeneity exists)

•    Structured narrative synthesis

B. Scoping Review

Its objective is to map the available evidence and explore the breadth of existing knowledge.

It must include:

•    Use of the PCC framework

•    Broad inclusion of different methodological designs

•    Identification of knowledge gaps

Methodological quality assessment is optional.

The data synthesis should focus on:

•    Mapping of evidence

•    Thematic categorization

•    Descriptive analysis

C. Integrative Review

It allows for the inclusion and synthesis of studies with quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods approaches.

It must include:

•    Critical integration of the evidence

•    Comparison between different methodological approaches

•    In-depth interpretive analysis

A methodological quality assessment tailored to the type of study is recommended.

The synthesis may be conducted through:

•    Thematic analysis

•    Conceptual categorization

•    Development of theoretical models or frameworks

Synthesis of information

The analysis method used must be clearly described, which may include:

•    Narrative synthesis

•    Thematic analysis

•    Categorization

•    Meta-analysis (when applicable)

Likewise, the integration of findings from a multidisciplinary perspective must be demonstrated.

Results

The results must be presented in a clear, organized, and coherent manner, closely aligned with the review’s objective and the research question.

The following must be included:

•    The total number of included studies, specifying the selection process using a flowchart (e.g., PRISMA).

•    The general characteristics of the studies, such as:

•    Author and year of publication

•    Country or geographic context

•    Methodological design

•    Population or sample

•     Discipline or field of knowledge

•    The main findings, organized by:

•    Theme

•    Chronology

•    Methodology

as appropriate for the type of review.

The use of the following is recommended:

•    Summary tables

•    Figures or diagrams

•    Evidence maps (in scoping reviews)

In the case of systematic reviews with meta-analyses, the following must be presented:

•    Effect sizes

•    Confidence intervals

•    Heterogeneity analysis

The results should be limited to the objective presentation of the findings, avoiding extensive interpretations that belong in the discussion.

Discussion

The discussion should focus on the critical interpretation of the results, integrating the evidence found with existing knowledge.

It should include:

•    Analysis and interpretation of the main findings in relation to the study’s objective

•    Comparison with previous studies or similar reviews

•    Explanation of similarities, differences, or inconsistencies in the results

•    Theoretical, clinical, methodological, or public health implications from a multidisciplinary perspective

•    Identification of knowledge gaps

Additionally, the following must be acknowledged:

•    Limitations of the review, such as:

•    Search restrictions

•    Publication bias

•    Quality of the included studies

•    Heterogeneity

In integrative and scoping reviews, the following should be emphasized:

•    The conceptual integration of the findings

•    The development of categories, models, or interpretive frameworks

Conclusions

The conclusions should be directly derived from the study’s findings and clearly address the stated objective.

They should:

• Summarize the main contributions of the review

• Highlight its relevance to the field of health sciences

• Avoid statements not supported by the results

It is also recommended to include:

• Implications for practice, research, or policymaking

• Recommendations for future research

Conclusions should be clear, precise, and concise, avoiding verbatim repetition of the results or discussion.

Conflict of Interest Statement

Indicate whether conflicts of interest existed during the work and disclose funding sources, if applicable.

Statement on the Use of Artificial Intelligence

Authors are kindly requested to include at the end of their review article an explicit statement regarding the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in the preparation of the manuscript.

The purpose of this statement is to promote transparency, academic integrity, and adherence to good editorial practices. If AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT or similar) were used, the type of tool employed, the purpose of its use (drafting, style correction, translation, among others), and a clarification that the content was reviewed and validated by the authors who assume final responsibility for the manuscript must be specified.

If artificial intelligence tools were not used, this must also be explicitly stated.

Acknowledgments

Express gratitude to the individuals or institutions that contributed to your research.

Authors’ Contributions

In this section, the individual contribution of each author must be specified in detail, using their initials. Each author must have participated in at least one or two substantial roles.

YMC: conceptualization, study design, literature search and selection, data extraction and analysis, synthesis and interpretation of results, and drafting of the original manuscript.

JPL: conceptualization, study design, assessment of methodological quality, interpretation of results, and critical review of intellectual content.

MGR: literature search and selection, data extraction and analysis, and interpretation of results.

CHT: data extraction and analysis, assessment of methodological quality, and interpretation of results.

All authors participated in the critical review of the manuscript, approved the final version, and meet the criteria for academic authorship, assuming public responsibility for its content.

References

References must be formatted according to APA style, 7th edition, ensuring accuracy, currency, and relevance.

• A minimum of 40 references is recommended

• At least 70% must be from the last 5 years

• Prioritize indexed scientific sources

Example in APA 7th edition format:

• Scientific article:

Author, A. A., & Author, B. B. (2023). Article title. Journal name, volume(issue), pages. https://doi.org/xxxx

• Book:

Author, A. A. (2020). Book title. Publisher.

Essay

The essay must be clearly and balancedly organized into sections, ensuring a coherent argument and analytical depth. To this end, the following content structure is established:

•    Introduction: This should account for approximately 10% of the total manuscript, outlining the topic, the problem, the objective, and the author’s position.

•    Main Body: This section will constitute 80% of the content, presenting the arguments, critical analysis, and integration of scientific evidence from a multidisciplinary perspective.

•    Conclusion: This section will account for the remaining 10%, summarizing the main ideas, restating the author’s position, and presenting implications or final reflections.

Manuscript Length

The essay must be a minimum of 3,000 words and a maximum of 6,000 words, excluding the abstract, keywords, and references.

Manuscript Structure

Title / Título / Título em português

It must be presented in Spanish, English, and Portuguese, be clear, precise, and reflect the content of the case. Translations must be reviewed by an expert in the corresponding language.

Abstract / Resumo

The abstract must clearly, precisely, and coherently summarize the essential aspects of the essay. It may be presented in narrative or structured format, with a maximum length of 250 words, and must be included in three languages: Spanish, English, and Portuguese.

Its content must include the following elements:

•    Main topic of the essay

•    Purpose or objective

•    Theoretical approach or perspective adopted

•    Main arguments developed

•    General conclusion

Keywords / Palabras clave / Palavras-chave:

Keywords represent the fundamental concepts that underpin the development of the manuscript. Between 3 and 5 terms must be included, presented in Spanish, English, and Portuguese, and preferably selected from the DeCS (BIREME) or MeSH controlled vocabularies, ensuring their relevance to the essay’s topic.

Essay Structure

The essay must be organized in a logical, coherent, and balanced manner, ensuring analytical depth and sound argumentation. The following content distribution is suggested:

•    Introduction (10%)

•    Main Body (80%)

•    Conclusions (10%)

Introduction

The introduction should situate the reader within the topic of study, clearly defining the problem or phenomenon addressed. It should include:

•    Contextualization of the topic

•    Justification and importance in the field of health

•    Statement of the problem or central question

•    Objective of the essay

•    Brief description of the author’s theoretical approach or position

It should capture the reader’s interest and clearly establish the direction of the analysis.

Body

The body constitutes the core of the essay. In this section, the main ideas must be presented in a logical, organized, and well-reasoned manner. It is recommended to:

•    Structure the content into sections or subheadings (optional, but recommended)

•    Support arguments with current and relevant scientific evidence

•    Integrate multidisciplinary approaches when appropriate

•    Analyze, compare, and contrast theoretical or empirical positions

•             Incorporate the author’s critical reflection

This section should demonstrate internal coherence, analytical depth, and conceptual rigor, avoiding superficial descriptions.

Conclusions

The conclusions should synthesize the main argumentative findings and address the stated objective. It is recommended to include:

•    Integration of key ideas

•    The author’s final reflection

•    Implications for practice, research, or health education

•    Proposals or future lines of analysis

It should not introduce new information but rather be derived from the preceding discussion.

Declaration of Conflicts of Interest

Authors must explicitly state, following the conclusions, whether any conflicts of interest arose during the work and disclose the sources of funding, if applicable.

Declaration of Artificial Intelligence Use 

Authors are kindly requested to include at the end of their essay an explicit statement regarding the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in the preparation of the manuscript.

The purpose of this statement is to promote transparency, academic integrity, and compliance with good editorial practices. If AI tools were used (e.g., ChatGPT or similar tools), the type of tool used, the purpose of its use (drafting, style correction, translation, among others), and a clarification that the content was reviewed and validated by the authors—who assume final responsibility for the manuscript—must be specified.

If no artificial intelligence tools were used, this must also be explicitly stated.

Acknowledgments

Express gratitude to the individuals or institutions that contributed to your research. In this same section, include the source of funding and disclose any conflicts of interest.

Authors’ Contributions

The authors’ contributions must be specified clearly and transparently, based on their actual participation in the preparation of the manuscript.

YMC: conceptualization, literature review, analysis and interpretation, drafting of the original manuscript, and supervision.

JPL: literature review, analysis and interpretation, and revision and editing of the manuscript.

MGR: analysis and interpretation, and revision and editing of the manuscript.

All authors have read and approved the final version of the manuscript and assume public responsibility for its content.

References

References must be formatted according to APA style, 7th edition, ensuring accuracy, currency, and relevance.

•    A minimum of 15 references is recommended

•    At least 70% must be from the last 5 years

•    Prioritize indexed scientific sources

Example in APA 7th edition format:

•    Scientific article:

Author, A. A., & Author, B. B. (2023). Article title. Journal name, volume(issue), pages. https://doi.org/xxxx

•    Book:

Author, A. A. (2020). Book title. Publisher.

Editorial Process

All manuscripts received will first undergo a preliminary review by the Editorial Board to verify their thematic relevance, compliance with editorial guidelines, and overall quality. Those that meet these criteria will be sent for double-blind peer review by specialists in the relevant field.

Based on the reviews, the manuscript may be accepted, accepted with revisions, or rejected. If accepted for publication, authors must sign the galley proof approval form and the copyright assignment form as an essential requirement for publication.

The journal Multidisciplinary Health Research reserves the right to accept or reject manuscripts, as well as to propose and make the necessary editorial modifications aimed at improving the clarity, quality, and consistency of the text, while always respecting the authors’ original content.

Guidelines for Submitting Manuscripts

All manuscripts must be submitted via the journal’s OJS platform as a text file in Microsoft Word format (.DOC or .DOCX). The document must be formatted in letter size, with the following specifications:

• Margins: 2.5 cm on all four sides

• Font: Arial Narrow, 12-point size

• Line spacing: 1.5

• Alignment: justified text

• All pages must be numbered consecutively in the upper right corner.

Manuscript structure

First page:

Must include:

• Article title in Spanish and English, centered (brief, clear, and descriptive)

• Full names of the authors, in order of contribution

If both paternal and maternal surnames are used, they must be joined by a hyphen

• Institutional affiliation of each author, indicated with superscript numbers

• Identification of the corresponding author, including email address and mailing address

Starting on the second page:

• The abstract must be included, with a maximum length of 250 words, in Spanish, English, and Portuguese.

• Three to five keywords must be included for each language

Body of the manuscript

The text must be structured according to the type of article (original, review, essay, or case study), following the specific guidelines established by the journal.

Citation and formatting guidelines

• Citations, references, tables, and figures must conform to the style of the APA Publication Manual, 7th edition (APA 7th ed.)

• Figures and images must:

• Be inserted into the Word document at the appropriate location

• Be submitted additionally as separate files in JPG or PNG format

• Have a minimum resolution of 300 dpi

Units of Measurement

Units of measurement must adhere to the International System of Units (SI). For variables such as weight, length, and volume, the metric system must be used (kilogram, meter, liter, among others).

Checklist for preparing submissions

Before submitting your manuscript, please ensure it meets all the following criteria:

☐ The manuscript is original; it has not been previously published and is not currently under review at another journal.

☐ The relevant ethical principles of research and scientific publication have been followed.

☐ The number of authors is proportional to their contribution, and all meet the criteria for academic authorship.

☐ The manuscript file is in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx).

☐ The document complies with the required format: (2.5 cm margins, Arial Narrow font, size 12, and 1.5 line spacing)

☐ All pages are numbered in the upper right corner.

☐ Figures, tables, and images: (are embedded in the text, attached as separate files (JPG or PNG), and have a minimum resolution of 300 dpi).

☐ Citations, references, tables, and figures comply with APA style, 7th edition (APA 7th ed.).

☐ All citations included in the text are listed in the reference list, and vice versa.

☐ References include, when possible, a DOI or web link for easy retrieval.

☐ The duly signed letter of originality and transfer of rights is attached, using the official template provided by the journal.

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