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Overview of the Journal of Youth Development

The field of youth development research is multidisciplinary by nature, drawing researchers from the fields of psychology, family and consumer sciences, education, sociology, public health and nutrition, agricultural education and other disciplines.  This journal is multidisciplinary, applied, and focused to the development of school-aged youth through the transition to adulthood (ages 6-22).   

Frequency of Publication

The Journal of Youth Development ~ Bridging Research and Practice is published two times each year. Submitters will receive notification regarding the status of their submission within six months. Manuscripts may be submitted at anytime. Deadline for publication consideration in the Fall issue is March 15th and Spring issue is September 15th.

Types of Articles Published 

Journal of Youth Development ~ Bridging Research and Practice is a refereed publication that seeks to enhance knowledge about matters of current interest to professionals in youth development, as well as to clientele.  Published articles further the mission of the youth development profession by facilitating the transfer and application of research-based knowledge. 

We invite the submission of articles from professionals in youth development or related fields of study. At least three reviewers in the same or related field of study referee the following types of manuscripts:

• Feature Articles are informational, explanatory, or critical analysis and interpretation of major trends or comprehensive reviews. Articles include clear implications for youth development practice and programming and may be grounded in original research or new research from the relevant disciplines.
• Program Articles discuss programs and outcomes or describe promising programs and pilot projects that have clear implications for youth development research, practice, and programming.  These programs and projects are grounded with a strong research-based or theoretical framework.
• Research and Evaluation Strategies describe innovative methodologies and strategies in the collection and analysis of quantitative or qualitative research and evaluation data.
• Resource Reviews present analyses of materials, such as books, curricula, videos, other audio/visual materials, data management software, and Web sites.