The Journal of Child and Youth Psychology is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access, and free scientific journal that publishes research articles and review papers in the fields of developmental and clinical child and adolescent psychology. The journal aims to advance scientific knowledge and professional practice by publishing high-quality studies that explore psychosocial development, mental health, behavior, and interventions among children, adolescents, and youth.

The journal’s areas of interest include, but are not limited to, cognitive and emotional development, psychopathology, educational and school psychology, mental health, family and peer relationships, psychological assessment, and evidence-based interventions. The journal welcomes interdisciplinary approaches and encourages contributions from researchers, mental health professionals, educators, and policymakers working to enhance the psychological well-being of child and youth populations.