This journal publishes research on social work practice, focusing on issues of oppression, trauma, and well-being across diverse populations and settings. Articles examine topics such as anti-racist practice, intersectional oppression, trauma-informed care, and the impact of social support and cultural factors on mental health and life satisfaction. The research also addresses challenges within the social work profession, including professional development, burnout, and ethical considerations in research methodologies.
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
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Sociology and Political ScienceQ2
Social WorkQ3
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Social Work
Scopus Categories
Sociology and Political ScienceSocial Work
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Social Work Education and PracticeHomelessness and Social IssuesChild Abuse and TraumaChild and Adolescent Psychosocial and Emotional DevelopmentHuman auditory perception and evaluationMental Health and Patient InvolvementChild Welfare and AdoptionGender, Labor, and Family DynamicsIntergenerational Family Dynamics and CaregivingGeriatric Care and Nursing Homes