About the Journal
Behavioral Sciences Journal is an interdisciplinary peer-review journal in which mental health professionals and other disciplines such as health and well-being, present their research, theories, and ideas. Its purpose is to promote significant science advancements in psychological endeavors, both in Puerto Rico and internationally. The journal publishes material focused on topics such as human behavior, integrated health, and emotional well-being. The published articles cover a wide range of methodological approaches including literature reviews, theoretical elaborations, case studies, experimental studies, and ethnographic studies among others.
It should be noted that the published material represents the opinion of the authors and does not necessarily constitute an endorsement by the Editorial Team nor Albizu University.
Current Issue
This special issue on Autism Spectrum Disorder includes the work of graduate students from the Master's Degree in Autism and Other Neurodevelopment Disorders at Albizu University and experts in autism. Among the topics presented on this issue we can highlight gender differences in diagnosis; sensory and language interventions; interventions for caregivers; experiences and job programs for adults with autism; aging and executive functions; the psychological impact of COVID-19 in individuals with autism; and dance therapy as an alternative intervention.