Editorial: The Journal of Pediatric Psychology, 2013-2017: Editor's Vale Dictum.

The author summarizes the activities and accomplishments of the "Journal of Pediatric Psychology," and includes a reflection on the goals he has set for the journal at the beginning of his editorial term. Topics discussed include submissions and papers published, article format and article types, and special issues. Also mentioned are the employment location of the first authors, characteristics of the research conducted, and possible future directions for the journal.