Journal Guide

The Journal of Social Service Research is exclusively devoted to empirical research and its application to the design, delivery, and management of the new social services. The Journal focuses on outcomes-based research and practice, and clearly presents the different types of funded and non-funded state-of-the-art research being carried out in the field. Each issue effectively highlights both the quantitative and qualitative methodologies. Contributors from the national and international social service arenas provide an important and critical basis for management and policy decisions in a wide variety of social service settings. Publication office: Taylor & Francis, Inc., 325 Chestnut Street, Suite 800, Philadelphia, PA 19106.

The Journal of Social Studies Research (JSSR) is an internationally recognized peer-reviewed journal designed to foster the dissemination of ideas and research findings related to the social studies. JSSR is the official publication of The International Society for the Social Studies (ISSS). JSSR is published four times a year.

The Journal of Social Welfare & Family Law is concerned with social and family law and policy in a UK, European and international context. The policy of the Editors and of the Editorial Board is to provide an interdisciplinary forum to which academics and professionals working in the social welfare and related fields may turn for guidance, comment and informed debate. Features:ArticlesCasesEuropean SectionCurrent DevelopmentOmbudsman's SectionBook Reviews Peer Review IntegrityAll research articles in this journal, including those in special issues, special sections, or supplements, have undergone rigorous peer review, this generally involves initial editor screening and anonymized refereeing by at least two independent reviewers. Disclaimer Taylor & Francis makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of all the information (the "Content") contained in its publications. However, Taylor & Francis and its agents and licensors make no representations or warranties whatsoever as to the accuracy, completeness or suitability for any purpose of its content and disclaim all such representatives and warranties whether expressed or implied to the maximum extent permitted by law. Any views expressed in this publication are the views of the authors and are not the views of Taylor & Francis.

The Journal of Social Work is an international peer reviewed forum for the publication, dissemination and debate of key ideas and research in social work. JSW publishes articles that promote, debate and analyse current themes and issues in social work theory, research, policy and practice. The journal is now indexed by ISI - Impact Factor pending.

CSWE aims to promote and strengthen the quality of social work education through preparation of competent social work professionals by providing national leadership and a forum for collective action. CSWE pursues this mission through setting and maintaining policy and program standards, accrediting bachelor's and master's degree programs in social work, promoting research and faculty development, and advocating for social work education.

The Journal of Social Work Practice publishes high quality refereed articles devoted to the exploration and analysis of practice in social welfare and allied health professions from psychodynamic and systemic perspectives. This includes counselling, social care planning, education and training, research, institutional life, management and organisation or policy-making. Articles are also welcome that critically examine the psychodynamic tradition in the light of other theoretical orientations or explanatory systems. The Journal of Social Work Practice is committed to a policy of equal opportunities and actively strives to foster all forms of intercultural dialogue and debate. The journal thus aims to:provide a unique forum for the application of current understandings of unconscious processes to social work practice with individuals, couples, families and communities;relate these ideas to institutional life and social policy formationlink the psychodynamic tradition with other theoretical orientationsfoster intercultural dialogue and debate. In future the journal will publish a broader scope of material, to include shorter commentaries, conference reports, items addressing professional debates and material which reflects on the social and political context of practice. The core of the journal will continue to be high-quality refereed articles devoted to the exploration and analysis of social work practice themes from psychodynamic and systemic perspectives.The new Editors would like to to encourage shorter items for publication as well as longer articles conforming to the existing style and would be pleased to discuss proposals or 'early ideas' with potential contributors.Group for the Advancement of Psychodynamics and Psychotherapy in Social Work (GAPS), the owner of Journal of Social Work Practice, exists to promote good practice in all social work agencies. GAPS runs conferences, seminars and local groups and is run on a voluntary basis.For further details and membership enquiries, please contact: Pamela Trevithick, GAPS, 18 Greenway Road, Bristol, BS6 6SG Peer Review IntegrityAll research articles in this journal, including those in special issues, special sections, or supplements, have undergone rigorous peer review, this generally involves initial editor screening and anonymized refereeing by at least two independent reviewers. Disclaimer The GAPS and Taylor & Francis make every effort to ensure the accuracy of all the information (the "Content") contained in their publications. However, the Society and Taylor & Francis and its agents and licensors make no representations whatsoever as to the accuracy, completeness or suitability for any purpose of the content and disclaim all such representations and warranties whether expressed or implied to the maximum extent permitted by law. Any views expressed in this publication are the views of the author and not the Society and Taylor & Francis.

The Journal of Social Work Practice in the Addictions is designed to help social work practitioners stay abreast of the latest developments in the field of addictions. This journal publishes refereed articles on innovative individual, family, group work, and community practice models for treating and preventing substance abuse and other addictions in diverse populations. The journal focuses on research findings, health care, social policies, and program administration directly affecting social work practice in the addictions. The Journal of Social Work Practice in the Addictions has several regular features of interest to social workers in the field of addictions. Each issue contains a "Special Topic" column which consists of a discussion between experts or an interview with one expert about a particularly urgent issue in the field. Book reviews keep you up-to-date on the latest literature out in the market. A final column, called "Endpage," allows a single author to make his or her thoughts known, whether as a client in a program or as a professional who has something special to share.

The Journal of Social Work in Disability & Rehabilitation presents and explores issues related to disabilities and social policy, practice, research, and theory. Reflecting the broad scope of social work in disability practice, this interdisciplinary journal examines vital aspects of the field249;from innovative practice methods, legal issues, and literature reviews to program descriptions and cutting-edge practice research. Use it to enhance your knowledge and skills and to broaden your professional understanding of the impact of the individual, family, group, community, and social services delivery system on persons with disabilities and on the rehabilitation process. The Journal of Social Work in Disability & Rehabilitation is based on the concept that a disability can be understood through a number of perspectives, such as moral, medical, minority and social models. These models have influenced the education of social work students and the strategies used by professionals working with persons with disabilities. The journal provides new insight and understanding for students, educators, administrators, and professionals providing services to the community. Peer Review Policy: All research and review articles in this journal have undergone rigorous peer review, based on initial screening and anonymous refereeing by two referees.Publication office: Taylor & Francis, Inc., 325 Chestnut Street, Suite 800, Philadelphia, PA 19106.

The Journal of Social Work in End-of-Life & Palliative Care Original research and conceptual articles explore issues crucial to individuals with serious, life-threatening, and life-limiting illness and their families across the lifespan. The focus includes, but is not limited to, the following areas: inter-professional practice and research; practice and policy innovations; practice evaluation; end-of-life communication and decision making; pain management and palliative care; grief and bereavement; ethical issues; sudden traumatic death; secondary trauma and compassion fatigue among professional caregivers. Topics addressed may cover a range of health and mental health community practice settings. The 8220;Reflections8221; section of the journal is dedicated to using creative writing to give voice to the personal impact of end-of-life and palliative care in clinical practice, community organizing, policy practice, research, and education. Content is accepted in three forms: poetry, essays, and case studies. Peer Review Policy: All research, theoretical, and review articles in this journal have undergone rigorous peer review, based on initial editor screening and anonymous refereeing three anonymous referees.

The Journal of Social and Personal Relationships is an international, interdisciplinary peer-reviewed journal that publishes the highest quality original research on social and personal relationships. It is published 8 times a year, is multidisciplinary in scope and draws material from the fields of social psychology, clinical psychology, communication, developmental psychology and sociology.

* In five issues of 160 pages each per year, the Journal of Sociolinguistics is an international forum for multidisciplinary research on language and society.

Journal of Sociology is the official journal of The Australian Sociological Association. It carries peer refereed articles of sociological research and theory on issues of interest to Australian sociology and aims to promote dialogue and exchange between Australian sociologists and the international community of sociology.