Publication manual of the American Psychological Association

Writing for the behavioral and social sciences

Manuscript structure and content

Writing clearly and concisely

The mechanics of style

Displaying results

Crediting sources

Reference examples

The publication process.

Content and organization of a manuscript

Expressing ideas and reducing bias in language

APA editorial style

Reference list

Manuscript preparation and sample papers to be submitted for publication

Material other than journal articles

Manuscript acceptance and production

Journals program of the American Psychological Association

Appendix A: Checklist for manuscript submission

Appendix B: Checklist for transmitting accepted manuscripts for electronic production

Appendix C: Ethical standards for the reporting and publishing of scientific information

Appendix D: References to legal materials

Appendix E: Sample cover letter.