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​The journal Disabilities and Impairments   with an Impact Factor of 6.850  is peer-reviewed biannual interdisciplinary research journal accredited with ISSN (print) 0970 356X &  ISSN (online) 2582-2047 with registration number RN/507028/87. It is indexed in ‘International Institute of Organised Research (I2OR); ‘Guide to Indian Periodical Literature’ and ‘Indian Citation index’.

 

The journal of “Disabilities and Impairments”  seeks to publish original empirical studies of appropriate length related to any of the  topics given below. Integrative papers based on multi disciplines are particularly encouraged. Review articles, brief reports on empirical research and case studies are also considered.

Blindness, Low-vision, Leprosy Cured persons, Hearing Impairment (deaf and hard of hearing), Loco motor Disability, Dwarfism, Intellectual Disability, Mental Illness, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Muscular Dystrophy, Chronic Neurological conditions such as multiple sclerosis and Parkinson's disease , Specific Learning Disabilities, , Speech and Language disability, Acid Attack victims, Blood disorders such as Thalassemia, Hemophilia, Sickle Cell disease, Multiple Disabilities (more than one of the above specified disabilities), spinal cord injuries, drug abuse & alcoholism, epilepsy, aging, aids, malnutrition, educational problems, environmental hazards, guidance & counselling, women issues, health and well being.

​​​​​Disability Rights, Policy, Assistive Technology, Community-Based Rehabilitation, Inclusive Education and Employment

Interdisciplinary and collaborative research integrating multiple fields is particularly encouraged.

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Submission Requirements

Manuscripts must be prepared using a word processor, double-spaced, on one side of A4 paper with adequate margins. Pages should be numbered consecutively, beginning with the title page. Tables and figures must be numbered serially and cited within the text. The manuscript should not exceed 12 pages.  Submissions may be sent via email to: drroopavohra@gmail.com / disabilitiesimpairments@gmail.com     

A declaration confirming that the work is original, unpublished, and not under consideration elsewhere must accompany the submission. Copyright of published papers rests with the journal.

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Title Page : It should include: (1) Title of the article; (2) Full names of all authors; (3) Institutional affiliations;(4) Footnotes (if any); (5) A short running title (maximum 30 characters); (6) Contact details of all authors (names, address, phone, email)

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Abstract : Provide an abstract of 100–200 words on a separate page, followed by relevant keywords.

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Headings: Headings & subheadings for different sections in  manuscript should be clearly indicated.

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Quotations : All direct quotations must be accompanied by reference citations with page numbers.

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References : Citations in the text should include the author’s name and year in parentheses. For two authors: cite both names;  For three or more: use first author’s name followed by et al. ;  Multiple works by the same author in the same year should be distinguished using letters (e.g., 2020a, 2020b)

The reference list should include only cited works and  arranged alphabetically by the first author’s surname by providing full titles of books and journals

Examples:

• Book: Sen, A. (1990). Psycho Social Integration of the Handicapped. New Delhi: Mittal Publications.

• Edited Book Chapter: Sen, A.K. (1976). A decade of experimental research in mental retardation in India. In N.R. Ellis (Ed.), International Review of Research in Mental Retardation (Vol. 8). New York: Academic Press.

• Journal Article: Vohra, R. (1987). Institutional service for mentally retarded children in India. Disabilities and Impairments, 1(1&2), 91–117.

 

Tables and Figures : Use tables and figures sparingly and only where necessary.  Submit images in high-resolution JPEG format.  Each table should be on a separate page indicating placement in the text (e.g., Table 2 about here). Include appropriate units of measurement

 

Statistical Reporting :  Statistical results should follow standard reporting formats, e.g.: F(1,7) = 6.23, p < 0.01. This format should be used consistently for all statistical tests.

Review Process : All manuscripts undergo a double-blind peer review process. Authors should ensure that manuscripts are anonymized (no identifying information outside the title page

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Editorial decisions are based on originality, scientific quality, methodological rigor, ethical standards, and relevance to the scope of the journal.

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