Science of Diabetes Self-Management and Care

Aims & Scope

The Science of Diabetes Self-Management and Care is the official publication of the Association of Di­abetes Care and Education Specialists.

Its primary purpose is to publish papers on aspects of patient education, professional education, and serve as a reference for the science and art of diabetes management.

The journal publishes original research, perspectives in practice, and application in such areas as nutrition, pharmacy, psychosocial aspects of diabetes, and health care policy.

Subscription to The Science of Diabetes Self-Management and Care is a benefit to members of the ADCES.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	2.2
2024	1.80

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.833

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

h-index

Year	Value
2024	85

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	6396

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	284

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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 Health Professions, Medicine 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.

• An Effective Model of Diabetes Care and Education: The ADCES7 Self-Care Behaviorsâ„¢

  Citation: 178

  Authors: Leslie

• 2022 National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support

  Citation: 112

  Authors: Jody, Amy Hess, Joni, Lillian, Amy, Jo Ellen, Michelle, Terri, Peter J., Stephen, Ka Hei Karen, Teresa, Karen, Michelle, Olivia, Stephen W., Uzma, Kelly, Julia, Michelle, Sacha, Suzanne

• Diabetes Self-Management Education and Association With Diabetes Self-Care and Clinical Preventive Care Practices

  Citation: 32

  Authors: Isabel, Elizabeth A., Magon, Alexis, Jinan, Ann

• Diabetes Self-management Education and Support in Adults With Type 2 Diabetes: A Consensus Report of the American Diabetes Association, the Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American Academy of PAs, the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, and the American Pharmacists Association

  Citation: 26

  Authors: Margaret A., Joan K., Marjorie, Martha M., Dixie, Amy, Beulette, Diana, Ellen D., Melinda D., Anna, Joanne, Linda M., Sacha

• The Effects of Diabetes Self-Management Education on Quality of Life for Persons With Type 1 Diabetes: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials

  Citation: 22

  Authors: Patricia, Jacqueline, Jean, Maria M., Suzanne, Jane K., Andrew, Tamara M., Shahariar, Cassidi C., Cynthia A., Jennifer N., Kirsten, Michelle L., Julia E., Jan

• 2017 National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support

  Citation: 21

  Authors: Joni, Deborah A., Lori, Sandra T., Marcene K., Jo Ellen, Marjorie, Priscilla, Amy Hess, Theresa, Leslie E., Jodi M., Janice, Melinda, Carolé, Eric A., David D., Jodi L., Ardis A., Andrew S., Linda, Jing

• Professional Competencies for Diabetes Technology Use in the Care Setting

  Citation: 21

  Authors: Shivajirao P., Anastasia, Kirsten, Jane Jeffrie, Allyson S.

• Sleep-Opt-In: A Randomized Controlled Pilot Study to Improve Sleep and Glycemic Variability in Adults With Type 1 Diabetes

  Citation: 19

  Authors: Pamela, Jennifer, Laurie, Alana, Kelly, Swaty, Larisa, Sirimon

• Economic Impact and Health Care Utilization Outcomes of Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support Interventions for Persons With Diabetes: A Systematic Review and Recommendations for Future Research

  Citation: 16

  Authors: Christina R., Starlin, Sneha Baxi, Veronica J., Julia E., Tierra, Kirsten E., Adonica Ihilani, Michelle L., Andrew S.

• From the Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists: The Role of the Diabetes Care and Education Specialist as a Champion of Technology Integration

  Citation: 16

  Authors: Patty

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