Journal of Adolescent Health: Volume 68 (Issue 1 to Issue 6)
The Journal of Adolescent Health serves as a vital platform for the dissemination of research and knowledge aimed at enhancing the health and well-being of adolescents and young adults. As a multidisciplinary scientific journal, it welcomes contributions from various fields, including biology, behavior sciences, public health, and policy, all focused on the realm of Adolescent and Young Adult Health and Medicine.
The journal seeks a wide range of submissions, including original manuscripts, brief reports, review articles, clinical case reports, letters to the editor, and commentaries. It actively encourages colleagues from diverse disciplines such as Anthropology, Education, Ethics, Global Health, Health Services Research, Law, Medicine, Mental and Behavioral Health, Nursing, Nutrition, Psychology, Public Health and Policy, Social Work, Sociology, and Youth Development to contribute their expertise in improving the health and well-being of adolescents and young adults. Additionally, the journal also invites creative works, such as poetry, personal narratives, and images, which provide unique insights into the lived experiences of young individuals and can complement peer-reviewed scientific research.
As the official publication of the Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine (SAHM), the journal aligns with the Society’s mission to advance the understanding and knowledge of the unique health needs of young people. Established in 1980, the journal plays a crucial role in the Society’s goal of developing, synthesizing, and disseminating scientific and scholarly knowledge dedicated to adolescent and young adult health.
Through its comprehensive approach, the Journal of Adolescent Health contributes significantly to the field by facilitating the exchange of research, promoting collaboration between disciplines, and ultimately striving to improve the health outcomes and well-being of adolescents and young adults worldwide.