Campbell Systematic Reviews
Scope & Guideline
Empowering Evidence, Shaping Policy.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses:
The journal primarily publishes systematic reviews and meta-analyses, synthesizing findings from multiple studies to provide a robust understanding of the effectiveness of interventions across diverse contexts. - Focus on Social Policy and Practice:
Research published in the journal addresses pressing social issues, aiming to influence policy and practice by providing evidence-based insights that can inform decision-makers. - Interdisciplinary Approach:
The journal encompasses a wide range of disciplines, including education, health, psychology, and social work, facilitating interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration. - Methodological Rigor:
The Campbell Systematic Reviews emphasizes methodological quality, encouraging the use of standardized protocols and transparency in reporting to enhance the reliability of findings. - Global Context:
Many published reviews focus on low- and middle-income countries, addressing issues pertinent to these contexts and contributing to the global discourse on social equity and justice.
Trending and Emerging
- Technological Interventions:
There is a growing emphasis on systematic reviews that evaluate the effectiveness of digital and technology-based interventions, especially in health and education, reflecting the increasing integration of technology in these sectors. - Mental Health and Wellbeing:
The journal is increasingly focused on psychosocial interventions that address mental health and wellbeing, particularly in vulnerable populations, indicating a response to the rising awareness of mental health issues globally. - Interventions for Vulnerable Populations:
A notable trend is the publication of reviews focused on interventions targeting vulnerable populations, including children, the elderly, and marginalized groups, emphasizing social equity and justice. - Climate and Environmental Interventions:
Emerging themes include interventions that intersect with climate change and environmental sustainability, particularly in agricultural practices and community resilience, highlighting the journal's alignment with global sustainability goals. - Economic Empowerment and Gender Equality:
There is an increasing number of reviews on interventions aimed at improving women's economic empowerment and addressing gender disparities, reflecting a growing recognition of the importance of gender equality in social policy.
Declining or Waning
- Educational Interventions:
There has been a noticeable decrease in systematic reviews specifically targeting educational interventions, particularly those addressing traditional academic subjects like literacy and numeracy, as newer themes emerge. - General Health Interventions:
Although health remains a core area, reviews focusing on general health interventions without a specific target population or context are less frequently published, indicating a shift towards more specialized topics. - Conventional Mental Health Approaches:
The publication of systematic reviews on conventional mental health interventions, such as standard psychological therapies, has declined in favor of novel approaches that integrate technology or community-based strategies. - Broad-Based Policy Analysis:
Research that broadly analyzes social policies without a specific intervention focus appears to be waning, as the journal increasingly prioritizes evidence on specific programs and their outcomes. - Interventions in High-Income Countries:
There is a noticeable reduction in the number of reviews focusing on interventions in high-income countries, as the journal is shifting more towards research relevant to low- and middle-income contexts.
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