Aims & Scope

Aims

Childhood Horizons is an international, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing knowledge on children, childhood, and adolescent development through high-quality interdisciplinary research. The journal aims to publish original research, systematic reviews, theoretical papers, policy analyses, case studies, and evidence-based practices that enhance the well-being, education, health, protection, and development of children worldwide. It provides a platform for researchers, educators, healthcare professionals, psychologists, social scientists, policymakers, and practitioners to exchange innovative ideas and contribute to improving outcomes for children across diverse cultural, social, and economic contexts. The journal promotes evidence-informed policies and practices that support children's rights, inclusion, resilience, and sustainable development.

Scope

The journal welcomes original contributions in, but not limited to, the following areas:

• Early Childhood Education and Care
• Child Development and Developmental Psychology
• Pediatric Health and Child Nutrition
• Maternal and Child Health
• Child Mental Health and Well-being
• Educational Psychology and Learning Sciences
• Inclusive and Special Education
• Child Protection and Safeguarding
• Children's Rights and Child Welfare
• Social Work with Children and Families
• Child Abuse, Neglect, and Violence Prevention
• Childhood Sociology and Anthropology
• Family Studies and Parenting
• Child Language Development and Communication
• Play, Creativity, and Cognitive Development
• Digital Media, Technology, and Children
• Child Health Promotion and Public Health
• Disability and Inclusive Childhood
• Childhood Poverty and Social Inequality
• Child Labor and Social Policy
• Early Intervention and Developmental Disorders
• Autism Spectrum Disorders and Neurodevelopment
• School Health and Educational Outcomes
• Community-Based Child Development Programs
• Child-Friendly Environments and Urban Planning
• Environmental Influences on Child Development
• Global Childhood Studies
• Comparative Childhood Research
• Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Children
• Artificial Intelligence and Digital Learning in Childhood Education
• Ethics in Childhood Research
• Evidence-Based Interventions for Children and Adolescents

The journal accepts Original Research Articles, Review Articles, Systematic Reviews, Meta-Analyses, Short Communications, Case Studies, Policy Papers, Perspectives, Editorials, and Book Reviews. Submissions employing quantitative, qualitative, mixed-methods, interdisciplinary, and participatory research approaches are encouraged. The journal particularly welcomes research that informs policy, practice, and innovation in improving the lives and future prospects of children globally.