AIDS AND BEHAVIOR

metrics 2024

Transforming knowledge into action against HIV/AIDS.

Introduction

AIDS AND BEHAVIOR, published by SPRINGER/PLENUM PUBLISHERS, is a leading scholarly journal dedicated to the interdisciplinary study of HIV/AIDS, focusing particularly on the behavioral aspects of the epidemic. With an impressive impact factor reflected in its Q1 rankings across key categories including Infectious Diseases, Public Health, and Social Psychology, this journal serves as a vital resource for researchers, clinicians, and public health professionals. It encompasses a wide scope of research, from the psychosocial factors influencing HIV transmission to innovative interventions that promote safe practices. Although it does not offer open access, the journal's rigorous peer-review process ensures the dissemination of high-quality, impactful research. Covering data from 1997 to 2024, AIDS AND BEHAVIOR is positioned at the forefront of advancements in the field, making it an essential addition to any academic library and a must-read for those involved in combating HIV/AIDS.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.44
Journal Impact Factor2.70
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.30
H-Index127
Journal IF Without Self2.70
Eigen Factor0.02
Normal Eigen Factor4.10
Influence1.12
Immediacy Index0.40
Cited Half Life5.40
Citing Half Life6.60
JCI0.96
Total Documents5243
WOS Total Citations12068
SCIMAGO Total Citations48027
SCIMAGO SELF Citations5888
Scopus Journal Rank1.44
Cites / Document (2 Years)3.61
Cites / Document (3 Years)4.03
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.96

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Social Psychology in Psychology
Rank #49/310
Percentile 84.19
Quartile Q1
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health in Medicine
Rank #107/665
Percentile 83.91
Quartile Q1
Infectious Diseases in Medicine
Rank #99/344
Percentile 71.22
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
Rank 136/403
Percentile 66.40
Quartile Q2
SOCIAL SCIENCES, BIOMEDICAL
Rank 12/46
Percentile 75.00
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
Rank 103/403
Percentile 74.44
Quartile Q2
SOCIAL SCIENCES, BIOMEDICAL
Rank 16/46
Percentile 65.22
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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