Open Access Statement

JSLA is a fully open-access journal. All published articles are made available online immediately upon publication, without subscription or access barriers. Readers may read, download, copy, share, distribute, print, search, and link to the full text of articles, provided appropriate attribution is given to the original author(s) and source.

Aim

JSLA publishes clinically relevant, research-informed scholarship in speech-language pathology, audiology, communication sciences, and allied rehabilitation disciplines. The journal advances evidence-based practice, encourages interdisciplinary collaboration, and upholds ethical standards in scholarly publishing.

Scope

• Speech and language disorders, including developmental and acquired disorders
• Audiology and hearing sciences
• Voice and fluency disorders
• Neurogenic communication disorders
• Dysphagia and swallowing rehabilitation
• Assistive and augmentative communication technologies
• Screening, early detection, and community-based programs
• Evidence-based clinical practice and rehabilitation research

Journal Identity

Journal Policies

Please review the following policies to understand rights, responsibilities, editorial standards, and procedures that guide manuscript evaluation and publication in JSLA.