Submission Guidelines

Article categories

  1. Editorials
  2. Original Research Articles
  3. Review Articles
  4. Case Reports
  5. Research letters
  6. Picture story
  7. Perspectives
  8. Letters to the Editor
SLJGG Guidelines for Authors

Article Categories and Specifications

1. Editorials
Expert opinions on current issues, policy discussions, or emerging trends in geriatric
care.
Word counts up to 2000 word
References: less than 10

2. Original Research Articles
Clinical trials, epidemiological studies, qualitative research, and health systems research focusing on older adults.
Word Count: Up to 3,000 words (excluding abstract, tables, figures, and references).
Structure: Abstract, Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion, References.
Abstract: Structured (Background, Objectives, Methods, Results, Conclusions); maximum 250 words.
Figures/Tables: Maximum of 4.
References: Up to 35.

3. Review Articles
Comprehensive overviews of current knowledge on specific topics in geriatrics and gerontology.
Word Count: Up to 3000 words.
Abstract: Unstructured; maximum 250 words.
Figures/Tables: Maximum of 6.
References: Up to 30.
Structure: Flexible, but should provide a comprehensive overview of the topic.

4. Leading articles

5. Case Reports
Rare presentations of common diseases in the elderly, innovative management approaches, or diagnostic challenges.
Word Count: Up to 1,500 words.
Abstract: Unstructured; maximum 200 words.
Figures/Tables: Maximum of 2.
References: Up to 10.
Structure: Introduction, Case Description, Discussion, Conclusion, References.

6. Letters to the Editor
Commentary on recently published articles or short communications.
Word Count: Up to 400 words.
Abstract: Not required.
Figures/Tables: Not permitted.
References: Optional up to 5.
Structure

7. Perspectives
Opinion pieces on current issues, hypotheses, or controversial topics.
Word Count: 1,000-1500 words.
Abstract: Not required.
Figures/Tables: Not permitted.
References: Up to 10.

8. Book Reviews
Critical evaluation of recent books/publications relevant to geriatrics and gerontology.
Word Count: Up to 1,000 words.
Abstract: Not required.
Figures/Tables: Not permitted.
References: Up to 5.
Structure

Preparation of the manuscript

  • Manuscript Format: Microsoft Word document, double-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman font.
  • Figures and Tables: Include in the appropriate place of the manuscript. In addition submit as separate files; high-resolution images in JPEG or TIFF format.
  • Abbreviations: Use only the standard abbreviations. Avoid using abbreviations in the title and the abstract.
  • Units of measurement: Need to add
  • Author declarations
    Ethical Considerations: For studies involving human participants, include a statement on ethical approval and informed consent. Clinical trial the clinical trials number should be given.
    Conflict of Interest: Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest.
    Authorship Criteria: As per ICMJE guidelines, authorship should be based on substantial contributions to the work.
    Acknowledgements
  • References
    Citation Format:     Vancouver style (author–number system), as used by CMJ and JCCP. Give the abbreviated name of the journal. Include the DOI of the articles.
    In-text Citations: Indicate references by superscript numbers in the order of
    appearance.
    Reference List: Numbered list at the end of the manuscript, corresponding to intext citations.