Statistical Guidelines for Publishing in the Journal of Youth and Adolescence

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Advances in developmental science and the Journal of Youth and Adolescence’s rapid growth urge us to provide statistical guidelines for prospective authors. In terms of the Journal, more guidance is needed because we have moved away from supporting purely qualitative work, have experienced an increase in submissions, continue to reach out to authors who do not typically publish in developmental journals, and receive many inquiries from authors wondering whether their studies fall within the Journal’s mission. In terms of statistical and methodological advances in our field, more guidance appears needed given concerns about statistical power, interest in replication, and the overall desire to develop a more robust science. These changes spur efforts to be more proactive in helping authors develop stronger manuscripts and make more informed decisions about submitting them. …