Editor(s): Chris Hatton and Peter Langdon; Founded by Professor David Felce
Publisher: Wiley
2019 Journal Impact Factor: 1.9 (Journal Citation Report, Web of Science Group)
ISSN: 1360-2322
Published on behalf of the British Institute of Learning Disabilities
JARID is an international, peer-reviewed journal which draws together findings derived from original applied research in intellectual disabilities. The journal is an important forum for the dissemination of ideas to promote valued lifestyles for people with intellectual disabilities. It reports on research from the UK and overseas by authors from all relevant professional disciplines. It is aimed at an international, multi-disciplinary readership
The topics it covers include community living, quality of life, challenging behaviour, communication, sexuality, medication, ageing, supported employment, family issues, social networks, staff stress, staff training, epidemiology and service provision.
Theoretical papers are also considered provided the implications for therapeutic action or enhancing quality of life are clear. Both quantitative and qualitative methodologies are welcomed. All original and review articles continue to undergo a rigorous, peer-refereeing process.
2019 Journal Impact Factor: 1.9 (Journal Citation Report, Web of Science Group)