SOCIETY & ANIMALS
Scope & Guideline
Connecting Research with Contemporary Societal Issues
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Human-Animal Interactions:
The journal focuses on the complex dynamics of human-animal relationships, exploring how these interactions shape societal norms, emotional bonds, and mutual impacts on well-being. - Animal Welfare and Ethics:
Research on animal welfare, ethical considerations in human-animal interactions, and advocacy for animal rights is a core theme, emphasizing the moral responsibilities humans have towards animals. - Cultural Representations of Animals:
The journal examines how animals are portrayed in various cultural contexts, including literature, media, and fashion, shedding light on societal attitudes and beliefs about nonhuman species. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
Encouraging interdisciplinary methodologies, the journal integrates perspectives from sociology, psychology, anthropology, and environmental studies, providing a comprehensive analysis of human-animal studies. - Legislation and Policy:
A significant focus is placed on the influence of laws and policies on animal welfare and rights, assessing how legislative frameworks affect societal perceptions and treatment of animals.
Trending and Emerging
- Animal-Assisted Interventions:
An increasing focus on the therapeutic benefits of animal-assisted interventions showcases the growing recognition of the positive impacts that nonhuman animals can have on mental health and well-being. - Veganism and Plant-Based Diets:
The exploration of veganism, including its political, social, and ethical dimensions, reflects a rising interest in dietary choices that prioritize animal welfare and environmental sustainability. - Intersectionality in Animal Studies:
Emerging themes that address the intersection of race, gender, and animal rights highlight the complexities of human-animal relations within broader social justice frameworks. - Cultural Narratives and Media Representation:
A trend towards analyzing how animals are represented in media and popular culture suggests a growing interest in the influence of these narratives on public perceptions and attitudes toward animal rights. - Global Perspectives on Animal Welfare:
The journal is increasingly featuring research that examines animal welfare issues from a global perspective, recognizing the diverse cultural contexts and challenges faced in different regions.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Animal Husbandry Practices:
There is a noticeable reduction in research focused on conventional animal husbandry, as discussions shift towards more ethical and sustainable practices, reflecting growing public concern over animal welfare. - Feral Animal Studies:
Studies centered on feral animals and their management are becoming less frequent, possibly as attention moves towards companion animals and their integration into human societies. - Animal Experimentation:
Research specifically addressing animal experimentation and its societal implications is less prominent, potentially due to a broader shift towards non-invasive methods and the ethics surrounding animal use in science. - Anthropocentrism in Animal Studies:
There appears to be a decline in anthropocentric perspectives in favor of more ecocentric and biocentric approaches, suggesting a move towards understanding animals in their own right rather than primarily through human lenses.
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