JO

Journal of Speech Language and Hearing Research

Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research is an ASHA journal covering speech, language, and hearing research. The journal publishes article types including Research Article, Review Article, Research Note, Clinical Focus, and Supplement Article.

Looking to publish in Journal of Speech Language and Hearing Research? Livewrite integrates seamlessly with Word to help you write, edit, and format faster.

Existing customer login
Subject Audiology & Speech-language Pathology, Rehabilitation
Impact Factor 2.2
Quartile Q2
Open Access Type Closed
ISSN 1092-4388
eISSN 1558-9102
Invitation Only No
Cost Range Authors can publish under a copyright transfer model or choose an author-pays open access option; supplemental files are deposited in Figshare without charge.

Submission Instructions

Journal of Speech Language and Hearing Research accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.

Research Article

Cover Letter A cover letter is required only for manuscripts that exceed the suggested length limit. The cover letter must provide a rationale explaining why the added length is needed.
Abstract Research Articles must include an abstract. Abstract must be 150–250 words. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must use the headings Purpose, Method, Results, and Conclusions.
Manuscript Research Articles have a suggested maximum length of 40 pages including citations, tables, and figures. Research Articles should include an abstract, introduction, methods and results sections, discussion, and relevant citations. Any text based in whole or in part on output produced by generative artificial intelligence or similar technologies and included in the manuscript must be declared by the authors.
References References must follow APA style. References must be listed alphabetically and then chronologically under each author.
Figures & Tables Each table or figure should appear on its own page. Tables and figures must be identified with Arabic numerals.
Reformat to Journal of Speech Language and Hearing Research using Livewrite Premium

Review Article

Cover Letter A cover letter is required only for manuscripts that exceed the suggested length limit. The cover letter must provide a rationale explaining why the added length is needed.
Abstract An abstract is required. Abstract must be 150–250 words. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must use the headings Purpose, Method, Results, and Conclusions, although the Results section may be omitted for articles that are not data-based.
Manuscript Review Articles have a suggested maximum length of 40 manuscript pages including citations, tables, and figures. Manuscript should be organized as Title page, Abstract, Introduction, Method, Results, Discussion, Acknowledgments, Data Availability Statement, References, Tables and Figures, with Appendices and Supplemental information optional. Any text based in whole or in part on output produced by generative artificial intelligence or similar technologies and included in the manuscript must be declared by the authors.
References References must follow APA style. References must list all cited literature and cited tools, standards, and specialized software, and be arranged alphabetically and then chronologically under each author.
Figures & Tables Each table or figure must appear on its own page. Tables and figures must be identified with Arabic numerals, and table titles and figure captions must be concise but explanatory.
Reformat to Journal of Speech Language and Hearing Research using Livewrite Premium

Research Note

Cover Letter A cover letter is required only for manuscripts that exceed the general length guideline. The cover letter for an overlength manuscript must provide a rationale explaining why the added length is needed.
Abstract Research Notes must include a short abstract.
Manuscript Research Notes have a suggested maximum length of 20 manuscript pages including citations, tables, and figures. Research Notes must include an introductory paragraph. Any text based in whole or in part on output produced by generative artificial intelligence or similar technologies and included in the manuscript must be declared by the authors.
References References must follow APA style. References must list all cited literature alphabetically and then chronologically under each author.
Figures & Tables Each table or figure should appear on its own page. Tables and figures must be identified with Arabic numerals and given concise but explanatory titles or captions.
Reformat to Journal of Speech Language and Hearing Research using Livewrite Premium

Clinical Focus

Cover Letter A cover letter is required only for manuscripts exceeding the suggested length limit. The cover letter must provide a rationale explaining why the added length is needed.
Abstract An abstract is required. Abstract must be 150–250 words. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must use the headings Purpose, Method, Results, and Conclusions, although Results may be omitted for articles that are not data-based.
Manuscript Clinical Focus articles have a suggested maximum length of 40 pages including citations, tables, and figures. Manuscript should be organized as Title page, Abstract, Introduction, Method, Results, Discussion, Acknowledgments, Data Availability Statement, References, Tables and Figures, with Appendices and Supplemental information optional. Any text based in whole or in part on output produced by generative artificial intelligence or similar technologies and included in the manuscript must be declared by the authors.
References References must follow APA style. References must list all cited literature and other cited materials, be arranged alphabetically and then chronologically under each author, spell out and italicize journal names, provide page numbers for chapters or journal articles, and include DOIs when available.
Figures & Tables Each table or figure must appear on its own page. Tables and figures must be identified with Arabic numerals, table titles and figure captions must be concise but explanatory, and suffix letters must not be used for complex tables.
Reformat to Journal of Speech Language and Hearing Research using Livewrite Premium

Recent Publications

Reliability and Validity of the Mandarin Articulation and Phonological Test: Scale Development and Psychometric Properties for Preschool Children

Chih-Chen Liang, Pao-Chuan Torng

10.1044/2026_jslhr-25-01044
View Publication

Comprehension of Restrictive Focus With Zing6hai6 (“Only”) in School-Age Cantonese-Speaking Autistic and Neurotypical Children

Haoyan Ge, Peppina Po-lun Lee, Stephen Matthews

10.1044/2026_jslhr-25-00271
View Publication

Does Race Influence Velopharyngeal Structure Size and Velar Stretch During Sustained Phoneme Production in Children?

Taylor D. Snodgrass, Thomas J. Sitzman, Xiangming Fang, Patrick M. Briley, Bradley P. Sutton, Jamie L. Perry

10.1044/2026_jslhr-26-00147
View Publication

Development of the Mandarin Version of the Hearing and Functioning in Everyday Life Questionnaire

Shangqiguo Wang, Zhihong Zheng, Liping Zhang, Carol Pang, Hang Zhao, Wen Jiang, Qinglin Meng, Yuan Chen, Lena L. N. Wong, Elin Karlsson

10.1044/2026_jslhr-25-00604
View Publication

Early Organization of Simultaneous Multimodal Behaviors: Perception- and Production-Based Contingencies as a Scaffold for Language Development

Bonnie Levin-Asher, Liat Kishon-Rabin

10.1044/2026_jslhr-24-00878
View Publication

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to publish?

Time from submission to final decision can take as little as approximately 4 months assuming two rounds of review. Authors are typically given up to 6 weeks for a first revision and up to 3 weeks for a second revision. After acceptance, the production process should take about 6 weeks before advance online publication.

Reformat to Journal of Speech Language and Hearing Research using Livewrite Premium

Is a cover letter required?

A cover letter is not generally required, but authors should submit a cover letter with a rationale when a manuscript exceeds the suggested page limit.

Reformat to Journal of Speech Language and Hearing Research using Livewrite Premium

What are the publication costs?

The journal offers green and gold open access options, including an author-pays open access option.

Reformat to Journal of Speech Language and Hearing Research using Livewrite Premium

Research Topics

Language Development and Disorders Phonetics and Phonology Research Hearing Loss and Rehabilitation Voice and Speech Disorders Neurobiology of Language and Bilingualism Stuttering Research and Treatment Reading and Literacy Development Hearing Impairment and Communication Dysphagia Assessment and Management Hearing, Cochlea, Tinnitus, Genetics Speech and Audio Processing Neuroscience and Music Perception Noise Effects and Management Speech Recognition and Synthesis Multisensory perception and integration Autism Spectrum Disorder Research Assistive Technology in Communication and Mobility Infant Development and Preterm Care Family and Disability Support Research Behavioral and Psychological Studies Child and Animal Learning Development Cleft Lip and Palate Research Linguistic Variation and Morphology Tactile and Sensory Interactions Action Observation and Synchronization

Related Journals

JO
Journal of Fluency Disorders Elsevier BV
EJ
European Journal of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine EDIZIONI MINERVA MEDICA
JO
Journal of physiotherapy Elsevier BV
AI
Autism in Adulthood Mary Ann Liebert, Inc.
GF
Games for Health Journal Mary Ann Liebert, Inc.
TJ
The Journal of the Acoustical Society of America Acoustical Society of America