Journal of Prevention

Aims & Scope

The Journal of Prevention is a multidisciplinary journal that publishes manuscripts aimed at reducing negative social and health outcomes and promoting human health and well-being.

It publishes high-quality research that discusses evidence-based interventions, policies, and practices.

The editions cover a wide range of prevention science themes and value diverse populations, age groups, and methodologies.

Our target audiences are prevention scientists, practitioners, and policymakers from diverse geographic locations.

Specific types of papers published in the journal include Original Research, Research Methods, Practitioner Narrative, Debate, Brief Reports, Letter to the Editor, Policy, and Reviews.

The selection of articles for publication is based on their innovation, contribution to the field of prevention, and quality.

The Journal of Prevention differs from other similar journals in the field by offering a more culturally and geographically diverse team of editors, a broader range of subjects and methodologies, and the intention to attract the readership of prevention practitioners and other stakeholders (alongside scientists).

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	1.5
2024	1.80

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.772

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q2

h-index

Year	Value
2024	67

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	7114

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	283

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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
• Medline

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Subjects & Keywords

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

• School-Based Interventions Improve Body Image and Media Literacy in Youth: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

  Citation: 59

  Authors: Martina, Jenny, Johanna, Julia, Uwe

• Global Prevalence of Social Anxiety Disorder in Children, Adolescents and Youth: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

  Citation: 28

  Authors: Nader, Pegah, Masoud, Fateme, Nasrin, Maliheh, Masoud

• Evaluation of the Acceptance Rate of Covid-19 Vaccine and its Associated Factors: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

  Citation: 23

  Authors: Mohsen, Zeinab Mohseni, Mojgan, Anahita, Fatemeh

• Indigenous Culture-as-Health: A Systematized Literature Review

  Citation: 19

  Authors: Cherry Y. E. W., Susana

• Perceived Barriers to Climate Change Activism Behaviors in the United States Among Individuals Highly Concerned about Climate Change

  Citation: 15

  Authors: Carl, Lauren, Haley, Ananya, Julia, Jessica, Megan Weil

• The Universal and Primary Prevention of Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD): A Systematic Review

  Citation: 14

  Authors: Britta, Christina, Rainer, Uwe

• Factors Influencing COVID-19 Prevention Behaviors

  Citation: 14

  Authors: Elizabeth, Kujang, Bhakti, Gloria, Caroline

• Issues and Challenges in the Primary Prevention of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Systematic Review

  Citation: 13

  Authors: Nor Izyani, Norfazilah, Muhammad Hilmi, Mazni, Siti Maisara, Chua Su, Mohd Rohaizat, Azmawati Mohammed

• Nurse’s Roles in Colorectal Cancer Prevention: A Narrative Review

  Citation: 13

  Authors: Narges, Masoud, Elham, Paul

• The Effectiveness of Preventative Interventions to Reduce Mental Health Problems in at-risk Children and Young People: A Systematic Review of Reviews

  Citation: 13

  Authors: R., A., B., B., L., H., E., J., R., P., J. J., A., J., S., P., E.

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