About the Journal

About Scandinavian Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology

Aim and Scope

Scandinavian countries provide a particular context for sport and exercise psychology due to the Scandinavian welfare model that provides different living and sporting conditions compared to many other countries. Research conducted in this context is unique but can inspire the world. The purpose of the Scandinavian Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology (SJSEP) is twofold. First, we aim to collect and disseminate knowledge and experiences from around the world but with particular relevance for Scandinavia to researchers, practitioners, athletes, coaches, and others with an interest in sport and exercise psychology in Scandinavia. Second, we aim to inspire the world by open access dissemination of ideas, research, and practical examples from Scandinavia.

SJSEP is a sport and exercise psychology journal. Sport and exercise psychology is a field that focuses on the study of psychological factors that influence, and are influenced by, participation and performance in sports, exercise, and other physical activities. It encompasses a wide range of topics including motivation, performance enhancement, mental health, team dynamics, sport environments, and the psychological benefits of physical activity. Practitioners work with athletes, coaches, and teams to improve mental well-being and performance, as well as with individuals to encourage regular exercise and healthy lifestyle choices.

Sport and exercise psychology shares borders with sport psychiatry, physical education and sport pedagogy, but SJSEP aims to stay within the borders of sport and exercise psychology.

SJSEP welcomes different types of papers, including empirical research papers, scientific reviews, conceptual papers (see the 2024 editorial) and advanced applied case studies.

Open access policy

This journal provides instant open access based on the principle that free public access to research supports the global exchange of knowledge.

Masters thesis award

We are pleased to announce that SJSEP introduces a Master Student Award for the best article based on a master thesis. Each year master students across Scandinavia conduct important investigations that are relevant to the Scandinavian sport and exercise psychology community, but at these projects are rarely disseminated. SJSEP would like bridge this gap.

You can find more information regarding the Master thesis award under the section Submissions/ Author Guidelines.