For over 40 years, The Journal of Early Adolescence ( JEA ) has provided researchers and practitioners in developmental psychology, educational psychology, human development and family studies, psychiatry, public health, social work, and sociology with the latest work concerning original theoretical work, empirical research as well as science-based practices regarding the early adolescent developmental period (10 through 14 years of age). IN-DEPTH COVERAGE Nine times a year, JEA clarifies and analyzes significant advances and issues from diverse developmental contexts (peers, school, family, neighborhood, and culture), such as education motivation and achievement, identity development (self-esteem and self-concept), problem behaviors (health risks, reactions to stress), sexuality, as well as in-depth discussions on research design and methodology. Each article goes through rigorous, double-blinded peer review completed in 90 days or less by at least two (up to four) members of an international, multi-disciplinary panel of experts. Proposals for special issues and guest editors are welcomed ( vazsonyi@uky.edu ). IMPORTANT TOPICS The Journal of Early Adolescence offers new perspectives on pivotal developmental issues during early adolescence. Important topics covered in recent issues include: Academic competence & transitions Affect and emotions Attachment relationships Bullying/Cyberbullying Cross-cultural and cross-national comparisons Deviance and delinquency Eating disorders Educational Transitions Ethnic and racial comparisons Externalizing problems Identity Development Interventions and program evaluations Internalizing problems Moral development Parenting and family processes Peer Relations and Friendships Positive youth development Problem and risk behaviors Prosocial behaviors Puberty/Pubertal development Self-esteem or self-worth Self image Self-regulation and self-control Sexual activity Substance use Youth violence JEA DEI STATEMENT At the Journal of Early Adolescence (JEA), we are committed to building an inclusive peer reviewed publication where all individuals are treated with fairness and respect, regardless of age, gender, race, religion and belief, socio-economic background, sexual orientation, or cultural/national background. Diversity is a cornerstones of a vibrant publication culture and so, JEA has welcomed and continues to welcome contributions as reviewers or authors from across North America and around the globe. Subscribe today! Submit your manuscript today at https://mc.manuscriptcentral.com/earlyadolescence
