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African Journal of Drug and Alcohol Studies
African Center for Research and Information on Substance Abuse · Nigeria · Est. 2007
ISSN1531-4065
SJR Q4✓ Scopus / SJR
5
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High Risk
Score Breakdown
✓ Scopus Q4+5
Total5
Journal Impact Factor
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SJR Score
0.12
H-Index
15
Total Works
175
Total Citations
930
2yr Mean Citedness
0.30
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Aims & Scope✦ Inferred from recent articles
The African Journal of Drug and Alcohol Studies focuses on the prevalence, correlates, and interventions related to substance use and alcohol consumption. Articles examine the social, familial, and environmental factors influencing substance use, particularly among youth and young adults in various African contexts. The journal also addresses the impact of substance use on mental health, academic performance, and societal well-being, alongside exploring treatment modalities and public health approaches.
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⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
African Center for Research and Information on Substance Abuse
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Does the journal have a website?
No URL
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Is the ISSN verified?
1531-4065
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Indexed in a trusted database?
Scopus
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Peer review process documented?
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Follows ethical publishing standards (COPE)?
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APC fees clearly disclosed?
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Not on predatory/blacklists?
✓ Clean
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Long-term digital preservation?
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Plagiarism detection in place?
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Listed in DOAJ (verified OA)?
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Primary language documented?
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Publication & Citation Trend
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Psychiatry and Mental HealthQ4
Subject Classification
Scopus Categories
Psychiatry and Mental Health
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Substance Abuse Treatment and OutcomesHIV, Drug Use, Sexual RiskHomelessness and Social IssuesGambling Behavior and TreatmentsAdolescent Sexual and Reproductive HealthCannabis and Cannabinoid ResearchHIV/AIDS Research and InterventionsAlcohol Consumption and Health EffectsCommunity Health and DevelopmentChild and Adolescent Psychosocial and Emotional Development