This journal has a long tradition in the field of demographic studies in Portugal. The first number was published in 1945 and since then it became a reference in the field of demographic studies for those who intends to analyze the demographic trends in both national and international levels.

Demographic Studies Review, nº 46, includes four articles:

 - Impact of parental ages at childbearing on infant morbidity and mortality. An overview of epidemiologic and demographic evidence

 - Fertility postponement in Portugal (1980-2008)

 - The economic and social situation in the European Union: analysis of some indicators

- The demographic changes in Portugal