Journal of Child & Adolescent Trauma is a multidisciplinary platform focused on the biopsychosocial effects of trauma on children and adolescents. Offers prevention strategies, theory, and practical applications for traumatic symptoms, syndromes, and disorders. Fosters understanding of childhood trauma's impact continuing into adulthood. Draws on disciplines such as psychology, medicine, social work, sociology, public health, nursing, law, and education.
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How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
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Publication & Citation Trend
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Source: OpenAlex · Note: citations accumulate over time so older years appear higher
SJR Quartile by Discipline
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Critical Care and Intensive Care MedicineQ1
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Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Family StudiesPsychology, ClinicalSocial Work
Scopus Categories
Critical Care and Intensive Care MedicineEmergency Medicine
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Child Abuse and TraumaChild and Adolescent Psychosocial and Emotional DevelopmentMigration, Health and TraumaPosttraumatic Stress Disorder ResearchIntimate Partner and Family ViolenceChild Welfare and AdoptionResilience and Mental HealthHomelessness and Social IssuesBullying, Victimization, and AggressionFamily and Disability Support Research