The journal focuses on research and policy related to adult safeguarding, including domestic abuse, elder abuse, and the protection of vulnerable adults. It examines legal frameworks, professional practices, and the impact of social and economic factors on safeguarding. The scope also encompasses specific populations such as older adults, individuals with acquired brain injuries, and survivors of sexual violence.
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
LawQ2
Sociology and Political ScienceQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Social Work
Scopus Categories
LawSociology and Political Science
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Elder Abuse and NeglectHealthcare innovation and challengesHealthcare Decision-Making and RestraintsIntimate Partner and Family ViolenceHomelessness and Social IssuesGrief, Bereavement, and Mental HealthGeriatric Care and Nursing HomesIntergenerational Family Dynamics and CaregivingChild Abuse and TraumaEmployment and Welfare Studies