Adultspan Journal

Aims & Scope

Adultspan Journal covers research, theory, and practice in the field of adult development and aging on issues that affect people in young, middle, and older adulthood.

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Metrics & Ranking

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.230

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q4

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	19561

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	18

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Psychology, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• The Imposter Phenomenon Among Emerging Adults Transitioning Into Professional Life: Developing a Grounded Theory

  Citation: 60

  Authors: Joel A.

• Mattering in the Later Years: Older Adults' Experiences of Mattering to Others, Purpose in Life, Depression, and Wellness

  Citation: 47

  Authors: Andrea L.

• Psychological Barriers to STEM Participation for Women Over the Course of Development

  Citation: 45

  Authors: Jennifer, Kris

• The Effects of Stress on the Lives of Emerging Adult College Students: An Exploratory Analysis

  Citation: 32

  Authors: Justin W., Stephen B., Emma

• Use of Bibliotherapy in the Treatment of Grief and Loss: A Guide to Current Counseling Practices

  Citation: 25

  Authors: Cynthia A., Dale-Elizabeth

• Great Expectations: Doctoral Student Mothers in Counselor Education

  Citation: 25

  Authors: Heather, Tracy, Maria

• Care for Caregivers: Understanding the Need for Caregiver Support

  Citation: 23

  Authors: Marcela, Amber, Katherine M.

• Graduate Counseling Students' Levels of Ego Development, Wellness, and Psychological Disturbance: An Exploratory Investigation

  Citation: 20

  Authors: Glenn W., Heather L., Kara P.

• Five Relational Strategies for Mentoring Female Faculty

  Citation: 20

  Authors: Tonya, Heather, Stacy

• Relational Theory and Intergenerational Connectedness: A Qualitative Study

  Citation: 19

  Authors: Tarrell Awe Agahe, Jan R., Laurie A.

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