Journal of Adolescent Research

Aims & Scope

The aim of the Journal of Adolescent Research is to publish informative and dynamic articles from a variety of disciplines that focus on development during adolescence (ages 10 to 18) and early emerging adulthood (18-22).

We are particularly interested in papers that use mixed-methods, systematically combining qualitative and quantitative data and analyses.

We also seek rigorous qualitative research using a variety of strategies including ethnography, in-depth interviews, case studies, photo elicitation, and the like.

We focus on work that takes a strengths-, or assets-, based approach to adolescent development.

Our goal is to expand upon the understanding of a diverse range of experiences of adolescents and emerging adults across a variety of contexts.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	2.4
2024	2.20

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.974

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

h-index

Year	Value
2024	96

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	5042

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	416

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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 Psychology and Social Sciences, 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 Multigroup Ethnic Identity Measure

  Citation: 2424

  Authors: Jean S.

• Student Council, Volunteering, Basketball, or Marching Band

  Citation: 877

  Authors: Jacquelynne S., Bonnie L.

• Toward a Process Model of Identity Formation

  Citation: 442

  Authors: Harold D.

• Generation XXX

  Citation: 422

  Authors: Jason S., Laura M., Larry J., Chad D., Carolyn, Stephanie D.

• Whatever Happened to the Jock, the Brain, and the Princess?

  Citation: 420

  Authors: Bonnie L., Jacquelynne S., Margaret R.

• Body Image and the Appearance Culture Among Adolescent Girls and Boys

  Citation: 376

  Authors: Diane Carlson, Thorbjorg Helga, Yoonsun

• Reassessing the Dimensions of Temperamental Individuality Across the Life Span:The Revised Dimensions of Temperament Survey (DOTS-R)

  Citation: 360

  Authors: Michael, Richard M.

• Identity Style

  Citation: 330

  Authors: Michael D.

• Assessing the Transitions to Middle and High School

  Citation: 324

  Authors: Brian K., Joseph A.

• Parent-Adolescent Discussions about Sex and Condoms

  Citation: 299

  Authors: Daniel J., Kim S.

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