Scholarly Journals

• Often have the word "journal" in the title: Journal of Psychosocial Nursing but not always. Examples: African American Review, Smithsonian, Scientific American
• Journals are usually published on a quarterly basis (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall)
• Journals contain long, in-depth articles that cover case studies, report research, and contain citations to articles that the author used in researching the topic
• Journals are geared toward scholars, researchers, or professionals
• Journals contain few advertisements or photographs
• Journals are sponsored by professional organizations or academic departments.