International Journal of Developmental Disabilities

Aims & Scope

The IJDD publishes scientific articles on work dealing with different approaches to the habilitation problems of people with an intellectual disability.

The Journal covers the entire spectrum of intellectual disabilities, and is concerned with definitions, IQ, genetic predisposition, evaluation of abilities, learning interventions, challenging behaviour, medication, attitudes to death and bereavement, sexuality, legal aspects, WHO, NICE and other governmental guidelines, care in the community, advocacy, stress and coping strategies for families and carers - though this is not an exhaustive list.

The unifying theme is that all of these aspects should be of practical help for those with intellectual disabilities or those caring for persons with intellectual disabilities.

Emphasis is placed on the practical implications of the work of educationists, instructors, nurses, occupational and other therapists, psychiatrists, psychologists and social workers, whether taking place in a hospital setting or in community care.

The Journal accepts contributions from anywhere in the world but they must be written in acceptable and fluent English, avoiding technical jargon as far as possible in view of the wide readership.

The IJDD puts much emphasis on the practical application of scientific findings, and prospective contributors should keep in mind that acceptance of a manuscript for publication will depend to a great extent on its direct relevance to habilitation work.

Readers of the IJDD expect that articles should give them some scientific help and insight in their practical work.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	1.4
2024	1.50

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.700

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q2

h-index

Year	Value
2024	29

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	8102

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	862

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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
• Web of Science

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Medicine and 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.

• A thematic analysis into the experiences of people with a mild intellectual disability during the COVID-19 lockdown period

  Citation: 107

  Authors: Petri J. C. M., Kim J. H. M., Noud, Moniek A. C., Marloes, Andrew

• Review of assistive technology in the training of children with autism spectrum disorders

  Citation: 83

  Authors: Christine K., Eleni

• Promoting physical activity for children with autism spectrum disorders during Coronavirus outbreak: benefits, strategies, and examples

  Citation: 80

  Authors: Erkan, OÄŸuz Kaan

• Work-related stress and well-being of direct care workers in intellectual disability services: a scoping review of the literature

  Citation: 72

  Authors: Cathal, Michael, John S.G.

• Understanding stress in parents of children with autism spectrum disorder: a focus on under-represented families

  Citation: 68

  Authors: Suzannah, José, Tristram, Ann

• How Filipino parents home educate their children with autism during COVID-19 period

  Citation: 63

  Authors: Michael B.

• The effect on and experience of families with a member who has Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities of the COVID-19 pandemic in the UK: developing an investigation

  Citation: 61

  Authors: John, Paul, Vivien, Peter E., Glynis H., Biza

• Social support, coping, and positive perceptions as potential protective factors for the well-being of mothers of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities

  Citation: 55

  Authors: Elizabeth J., Gemma M., Richard P.

• Parents’ perceptions on physical activity for their children with autism spectrum disorders during the novel Coronavirus outbreak

  Citation: 53

  Authors: OÄŸuz Kaan

• Neuropsychological heterogeneity in executive functioning in autism spectrum disorders

  Citation: 53

  Authors: Hilde, Judith, Rhonda, Francesca

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