Premier Journal of Social Science

About the Premier Journal of Social Science (PJSS)

Premier Journal of Social Science (PJSS) is an open access, peer-reviewed, quarterly journal dedicated to expanding the understanding and application of social sciences. PJSS facilitates interdisciplinary discourse and innovation across all branches of social sciences. The journal aims to serve as a platform for integrating diverse scholarly perspectives on contemporary global challenges.

Additionally, PJSS prides itself on the integrity of its stringent peer-review process. Our rigorous criteria are designed to ensure that all of the articles published in the journal are not only scientifically sound, but also that they contribute to the wider ongoing dialogue in their respective fields. Authors are encouraged to engage and enter dialogue with the global scientific community in a constructive way, sharing ideas and research openly.

Publication frequency: quarterly
Indexing: Google Scholar, Ulrichsweb and others
Archived: British Library and Portico
ISSN: 3049-9291

Aims and Scope

PJSS is committed to advancing scholarly discussion and insights across the social sciences spectrum. It emphasises interdisciplinary research that addresses complex societal issues, promotes social justice, and influences public policy. By offering a venue for the exploration of how societal structures interact with emerging global challenges, PJSS encourages contributions that engage with dynamic social, economic, cultural, and environmental transformations. The journal aspires to facilitate debate and knowledge-sharing that can lead to practical applications and policy developments, making an impact on global and local scales.

Article types – research, reviews, editorials/perspectives and correspondence-style articles will be considered.

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Fig 3 | Role of the SCN in receiving light cues and regulating melatonin secretion, thereby influencing the sleep–wake cycle

How Poor Sleeping Habits Are Undermining Mental Wellness
Khadija Kamene
Mount Kenya University, Mombasa, Kenya
Premier Journal of Social Science 2025;4:100012

Fig 1 | Map of South Asia Source: Updated from map courtesy of University of Texas Libraries, 2008

The Indus Waters Treaty: A Critical Analysis of Water Security and Geopolitical Tensions
Mehdi Shah
Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an, China
Premier Journal of Social Science 2025;4:100011

Fig 2 | Generations of the nineteenth, twentieth, and twenty-first centuries. Different colors represent the lifespans of different generations. Public Domain. By Cmglee - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=91612069

Narcissism Epidemic: In Search of an Elusive Generational Increase
Svetozar Kuzman
Faculty of Philosophy, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
Premier Journal of Social Science 2025;3:100010

Perceptions of the Use of Digital Libraries System Among Undergraduates of Selected Federal Universities in Southwest, Nigeria.
Sunday Tunmibi, Oluwaseun O. Ajibare and Folasade B. Oguntoye
Department of Information Management, Faculty of Communication and Information Sciences, Lead City University, Ibadan, Nigeria
Premier Journal of Social Science 2025;2:100009

India’s 18th Lok Sabha General Elections, 2024: A Study of Electoral Issues, Trends and Mandates
Kuldeep Singh
Department of Haryana Education, Political Science at GMSSSS Sector-55, Faridabad, Haryana, India
Premier Journal of Social Science 2025;2:100008

Fig 2 | Social-emotional development factors by AAP (2025)

Parenting Styles and Their Influence on Child Development: A Critical Review of Contemporary Research
Riaz Ahmed
Military College of Signals NUST, Islamabad, Pakistan
Premier Journal of Social Science 2025;2:100007

Fig 3 | Structure showing irreducibility of Markov Chain A (i.e., irreducible)

The Economic Implications of Trust in Fostering Growth and Convergence
Syed Sibghatullah Shah
Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan
Premier Journal of Social Science 2024;1:100006

Fig 1 | Tourism ecology framework: Illustrating the triple environments of the tourism system, encompassing socio-political, economic, and ecological dimensions that interact with tourism supply and demand, influencing both local and global cultural landscapes Source: Mihalic, 2020.62

Globalization and Local Cultures: A Complex Coexistence
Mary Christine Wheatley
Wheatley Research Consultancy, Bagley, Minnesota, USA
Premier Journal of Social Science 2024;1:100005

Media Representation and Cultural Identity
Mary Christine Wheatley
Wheatley Research Consultancy, Bagley, Minnesota, USA
Premier Journal of Social Science 2024;1:100004

Fig 1 | Conceptual framework illustrating the connections between sources of air pollution, greening solutions, and their benefits alongside potential unintended outcomes. This diagram maps out the reduction of air pollutants through green infrastructure implementations such as trees and hedges, linking these actions to enhancements in physical and mental health, socioeconomic benefits, and possible unintended effects. PM: particulate matter ≤10 µm (PM10) and ≤2.5 µm (PM2.5) in diameter; UFP: ultrafine particles (≤0.1 µm); BC: black carbon; SO2: sulphur dioxide; NOx: nitrogen oxides; bVOCs: biogenic volatile organic compounds

Sustainable Cities: Urban Planning for the Future
Mary Christine Wheatley
Wheatley Research Consultancy, Bagley, Minnesota, USA
Premier Journal of Social Science 2024;1:100003

Climate Activism and Social Change: A Critical Examination of Influence on Policy and Public Attitudes
Mary Christine Wheatley
Wheatley Research Consultancy, Bagley, Minnesota, USA
Premier Journal of Social Science 2024;1:100002

Fig 3 | Illustrates the dramatic transformation of Barcelona’s coastal front. The left panel depicts the area under construction in 1990, with vast brownfield sites being prepared for development. The right panel, taken in late 1991, shows the nearly completed Olympic Village, which not only provided facilities for the Olympics but also permanent housing and recreational spaces for residents, catalyzing a significant boost in local tourism and enhancing the city’s global image Source: Qu and Spaans (2009)55a

The Impact of Mega-Events on Urban Development: A Review
Mary Christine Wheatley
Wheatley Research Consultancy, Bagley, Minnesota, USA
Premier Journal of Social Science 2024;1:100001

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About the Premier Journal of Social Science (PJSS)

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