Journal of Adolescence

The Journal of Adolescence (J Adolescence, ISSN: 0140-1971) is a leading international, peer-reviewed publication dedicated to the multidisciplinary study of the second decade of life. Published by Wiley, the journal provides a central forum for disseminating high-quality empirical research that advances our understanding of adolescent development, behavior, and well-being. Its scope encompasses the full spectrum of adolescence, including cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development, as well as risk and resilience factors, mental health, family and peer relationships, identity formation, and educational or community contexts. The journal primarily publishes original research articles, alongside systematic reviews and meta-analyses that synthesize emerging evidence. It also occasionally features brief reports and methodological contributions. The target audience comprises a broad range of professionals, including developmental and clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, public health researchers, educators, and policymakers who work directly with or study adolescent populations. A notable feature of the Journal of Adolescence is its commitment to methodological rigor and translational relevance, often highlighting findings with direct implications for intervention and practice. The journal has a distinguished standing in the field, reflected by its 2026 Impact Factor of 3.200, which places it in the Q1 quartile (top 25%) of journals within the Psychology and Developmental Psychology categories. This high ranking, equivalent to a 2区 classification in the Chinese Academy of Sciences system, underscores its influence and reputation as an essential resource for cutting-edge research on adolescence. The journal is available in both subscription and open access models, offering authors the option to publish their work as open access to maximize global readership and impact.