Aims & Scope
Autism is a major, peer-reviewed, international journal, published 8 times a year, publishing research of direct and practical relevance to help improve the quality of life for individuals with autism or autism-related disorders.
It is interdisciplinary in nature, focusing on research in many areas, including: intervention; diagnosis; training; education; translational issues related to neuroscience, medical and genetic issues of practical import; psychological processes; evaluation of particular therapies; quality of life; family needs; and epidemiological research.
Autism provides a major international forum for peer-reviewed research of direct and practical relevance to improving the quality of life for individuals with autism or autism-related disorders.
The journal's success and popularity reflect the recent worldwide growth in the research and understanding of autistic spectrum disorders, and the consequent impact on the provision of treatment and care.
Autism is interdisciplinary in nature, focusing on evaluative research in all areas, including: intervention, diagnosis, training, education, neuroscience, psychological processes, evaluation of particular therapies, quality of life issues, family issues and family services, medical and genetic issues, epidemiological research.
View Aims & ScopeMetrics & Ranking
Impact Factor
| Year | Value |
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| 2025 | 5.6 |
| 2024 | 5.20 |
Journal Rank
| Year | Value |
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| 2024 | 1396 |
Journal Citation Indicator
| Year | Value |
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| 2024 | 4527 |
SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)
| Year | Value |
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| 2024 | 2.031 |
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| 2024 | Q1 |
Impact Factor Trend
Abstracting & Indexing
Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.
Subjects & Keywords
Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Psychology, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.
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.
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Which terms should be used to describe autism? Perspectives from the UK autism community
Citation: 1395
Authors: Lorcan, Caroline, Bonnie, Carole, Carol, Elizabeth
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The health status of adults on the autism spectrum
Citation: 882
Authors: Lisa A, Ousseny, Yinge, Maria L, Steve, Stephen, Clarissa
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The Prevalence of Anxiety and Mood Problems among Children with Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Citation: 659
Authors: Joseph A., Peter, Susan E., David L., Freda J.
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Parenting stress and psychological functioning among mothers of preschool children with autism and developmental delay
Citation: 592
Authors: Annette, Jeffrey, Geraldine, Elizabeth, Xiao-Hua, Robert
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What should autism research focus upon? Community views and priorities from the United Kingdom
Citation: 574
Authors: Elizabeth, Adam, Tony
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Making the future together: Shaping autism research through meaningful participation
Citation: 507
Authors: Sue, Jon, Kabie, Tony, Laura, James, Susan, Damian, Jeremy R, Elizabeth
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Explaining differences in age at autism spectrum disorder diagnosis: A critical review
Citation: 491
Authors: Amy M, David S
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Quantifying and exploring camouflaging in men and women with autism
Citation: 487
Authors: Meng-Chuan, Michael V, Amber NV, Bhismadev, Bonnie, Peter, Francesca, Simon
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Sensory processing in adults with autism spectrum disorders
Citation: 456
Authors: Laura, Lorna, Linda
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The art of camouflage: Gender differences in the social behaviors of girls and boys with autism spectrum disorder
Citation: 432
Authors: Michelle, Robin, Connie