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State of the Journal, 2017
1Lorie Gage Richards, PhD, OTR/L, is Editor-in-Chief, American Journal of Occupational Therapy, and Chair and Associate Professor, Department of Occupational and Recreational Therapies, University of Utah, Salt Lake City; lorie.richards@hsc.utah.edu.
Summary
The American Journal of Occupational Therapy (AJOT) saw increased impact and submissions from 28 countries, maintaining its global top rank. Special Centennial sections highlighted occupational therapy history and future practice areas.
Area of Science:
- Occupational therapy journal metrics and impact.
- Scholarly publishing trends in rehabilitation.
- History and future of occupational therapy practice.
Background:
- The American Journal of Occupational Therapy (AJOT) reported a successful year with growth in impact factor and global ranking.
- Manuscript submissions increased, originating from 28 countries, indicating expanding international reach.
- Readership also saw a notable increase, reflecting the journal's growing influence.
Discussion:
- AJOT maintained its position as the world's leading occupational therapy journal.
- A special Centennial section was introduced to commemorate the American Occupational Therapy Association's 100th anniversary.
- This section focused on topics relevant to occupational therapy history and emerging practice areas.
Key Insights:
- The journal's impact factor and ranking have improved.
- International submissions and readership have grown significantly.
- AJOT is actively engaging with the history and future of the profession.
Outlook:
- Occupational therapy practitioners are positioned as change agents.
- The profession's value is demonstrated through everyday practice.
- Future directions in occupational therapy are being shaped by current practitioners.
