Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders

Aims & Scope

The Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders seeks to advance theoretical and applied research as well as examine and evaluate clinical diagnoses and treatments for autism and related disabilities.

JADD encourages research submissions on the causes of ASDs and related disorders, including genetic, immunological, and environmental factors; diagnosis and assessment tools (e.g., for early detection as well as behavioral and communications characteristics); and prevention and treatment options.

Sample topics include: -Social responsiveness in young children with autism- Advances in diagnosing and reporting autism- Omega-3 fatty acids to treat autism symptoms- Parental and child adherence to behavioral and medical treatments for autism- Increasing independent task completion by students with autism spectrum disorder- Does laughter differ in children with autism?- Predicting ASD diagnosis and social impairment in younger siblings of children with autism- The effects of psychotropic and nonpsychotropic medication with adolescents and adults with ASD- Increasing independence for individuals with ASDs- Group interventions to promote social skills in school-aged children with ASDs- Standard diagnostic measures for ASDs- Substance abuse in adults with autism- Differentiating between ADHD and autism symptoms- Social competence and social skills training and interventions for children with ASDs- Therapeutic horseback riding and social functioning in children with autism.

Authors and readers of the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders include scholars, researchers, professionals, policy makers, and graduate students from a broad range of cross-disciplines, including developmental, clinical child, and school psychology; pediatrics; psychiatry; education; social work and counseling; speech, communication, and physical therapy; medicine and neuroscience; and public health.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	2.8
2024	3.20

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	3397

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	6208

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	1.233

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

h-index

Year	Value
2024	217

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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, 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.

• Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised: A revised version of a diagnostic interview for caregivers of individuals with possible pervasive developmental disorders

  Citation: 7350

  Authors: Catherine, Michael, Ann

• The Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule—Generic: A Standard Measure of Social and Communication Deficits Associated with the Spectrum of Autism

  Citation: 6118

  Authors: Catherine, Susan, Linda, Edwin H., Bennett L., Pamela C., Andrew, Michael

• The Autism-Spectrum Quotient (AQ): Evidence from Asperger Syndrome/High-Functioning Autism, Males and Females, Scientists and Mathematicians

  Citation: 5124

  Authors: Simon, Sally, Richard, Joanne, Emma

• The Empathy Quotient: An Investigation of Adults with Asperger Syndrome or High Functioning Autism, and Normal Sex Differences

  Citation: 2850

  Authors: Simon, Sally

• The Weak Coherence Account: Detail-focused Cognitive Style in Autism Spectrum Disorders

  Citation: 2033

  Authors: Francesca, Uta

• Toward objective classification of childhood autism: Childhood Autism Rating Scale (CARS)

  Citation: 1773

  Authors: Eric, Robert J., Robert F., Kenneth

• Severe impairments of social interaction and associated abnormalities in children: Epidemiology and classification

  Citation: 1650

  Authors: Lorna, Judith

• Austism diagnostic observation schedule: A standardized observation of communicative and social behavior

  Citation: 1626

  Authors: Catherine, Michael, Susan, Jacquelyn, Heather, Lynn, Eric

• An advanced test of theory of mind: Understanding of story characters' thoughts and feelings by able autistic, mentally handicapped, and normal children and adults

  Citation: 1612

  Authors: Francesca G. E.

• Enhanced Perceptual Functioning in Autism: An Update, and Eight Principles of Autistic Perception

  Citation: 1409

  Authors: Laurent, Michelle, Isabelle, Benedicte, Jake

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