Special Issue on Families and Parenting

Families and Parenting is an interdisciplinary field that explores family structures, parenting practices, child development, and the social, psychological, cultural, and economic factors that influence family life. It examines topics such as parent–child relationships, family communication, caregiving, education, mental health, work–family balance, family policy, and the well-being of children and caregivers across diverse family contexts. Drawing on insights from psychology, sociology, education, public health, and social work, this field aims to promote healthy family functioning, positive parenting, and supportive environments that foster the development and resilience of individuals throughout the life course.

In this special issue, we intend to invite front-line researchers and authors to submit original research and review articles on exploring Families and Parenting. Potential topics include, but are not limited to:

• Family relationships
• Parenting practices
• Child development
• Adolescent development
• Early childhood education
• Parent-child communication
• Family psychology
• Family counseling
• Positive parenting
• Family well-being
• Work-family balance
• Family health
• Parenting education
• Family policy
• Child welfare
• Family resilience

Authors should read over the journal’s For Authors carefully before submission. Prospective authors should submit an electronic copy of their complete manuscript through the journal’s Paper Submission System.

Please kindly specify the “Special Issue” under your manuscript title. The research field “Special Issue - Families and Parenting” should be selected during your submission.

Special Issue Timetable:

Guest Editor:

Dr. Jasneth Mullings

Health Research Resource Unit, India

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JSS Editorial Office

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