Journal of Early Adolescence

Aims & Scope

The Journal of Early Adolescence publishes articles that increase our understanding of individuals, 10 through 14 years of age, in the life span.

The journal is designed to present major theoretical papers, state-of-the-art papers, and current research, as well as reviews of important professional books and early adolescent films and literature.

A complete Policy Statement and information about submissions are available from the Editor.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	2.2
2024	2.00

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	1.264

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

h-index

Year	Value
2024	85

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	3237

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	549

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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 Influence of Parenting Style on Adolescent Competence and Substance Use

  Citation: 2164

  Authors: Diana

• Positive Youth Development, Participation in Community Youth Development Programs, and Community Contributions of Fifth-Grade Adolescents

  Citation: 984

  Authors: Richard M., Jacqueline V., Jason B., Christina, Erin, Steinunn, Sophie, Helena, Amy, Lang, Lisa M., Deborah L., David, Isla, Elise DiDenti, Alexander

• Classroom Belonging among Early Adolescent Students

  Citation: 971

  Authors: Carol

• Stages of Ethnic Identity Development in Minority Group Adolescents

  Citation: 820

  Authors: Jean S.

• The Structure of Ethnic Identity of Young Adolescents from Diverse Ethnocultural Groups

  Citation: 662

  Authors: Robert E., Jean S., Louise C., Y. Richard, Catherine R., Andrea

• Bullies, Victims, and Bully/Victims:

  Citation: 605

  Authors: Denise L., Tonja, Patricia, Aria Davis, Keith, Kai, Bruce

• Representations of Relationships to Teachers, Parents, and Friends as Predictors of Academic Motivation and Self-Esteem

  Citation: 538

  Authors: Richard M., Jerome D., John H.

• Positive Youth Development A View of the Issues

  Citation: 528

  Authors: Richard M., Jason B., Christina, Jacqueline V.

• Sociometric Popularity and Peer-Perceived Popularity

  Citation: 489

  Authors: Jennifer T., Andrea

• The Mexican American Cultural Values Scale for Adolescents and Adults

  Citation: 358

  Authors: George P., Nancy A., Delia S., Darya D., Miguelina, Julianna, Mark W., Kimberly A.

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