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Narrative Inquiry in Bioethics

Johns Hopkins University Press · United States · Est. 1975

ISSN2157-1732

SJR Q4✓ Scopus / SJR

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Score Breakdown

✓ Scopus Q4+5

Total5

Journal Impact Factor

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SJR Score

0.124

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SNIP

0.194

Total Works

1,282

Total Citations

2,047

2yr Mean Citedness

0.04

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Aims & Scope✦ Inferred from recent articles

This journal explores ethical challenges and decision-making in healthcare, particularly concerning vulnerable populations like children and individuals in resource-limited settings. It examines conflicts between cultural beliefs and standard medical practices, the complexities of surrogate decision-making, and the evolving nature of ethical principles in pediatric care. The journal also addresses the roles and ethical dilemmas faced by healthcare professionals, such as school nurses, in advocating for patient well-being amidst resource limitations and diverse stakeholder perspectives.

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⚡ Speed vs Prestige

How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?

SJR Rank

Bottom 25%

General Information

Country / RegionUnited States

Primary Language—

1st Year Published1975

Annual Volume~ 85 articles / year

StatusActive (last: 2026)

Total Publications1,282

Publisher OrgJohns Hopkins University Press

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Ethics & Quality

COPE Member✗ No

OASPA Member✗ No

Not on Predatory Lists✓ Yes

Think.Check.Submit Compliance

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5/12 · 42%

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Do you know the journal / publisher?

Johns Hopkins University Press

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Does the journal have a website?

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Is the ISSN verified?

2157-1732

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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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Publication & Citation Trend

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SJR Quartile by Discipline

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Health (social science)Q4

Subject Classification

Scopus Categories

Health (social science)

Research Topics (OpenAlex)

Ethics and Legal Issues in Pediatric HealthcareEthics in medical practiceEmpathy and Medical EducationPalliative Care and End-of-Life IssuesOrgan Donation and TransplantationChild and Adolescent HealthGrief, Bereavement, and Mental HealthHealth and Conflict StudiesPatient Dignity and PrivacyPrimary Care and Health Outcomes