ARCHIVES OF SEXUAL BEHAVIOR

metrics 2024

Elevating Research on Sexuality and Society

Introduction

ARCHIVES OF SEXUAL BEHAVIOR, published by SPRINGER/PLENUM PUBLISHERS, is a leading international journal that has been at the forefront of sexual behavior research since its inception in 1971. With an impact factor reflecting its significant contribution to the fields of both Arts and Humanities and Psychology, this esteemed journal is categorized in the Q1 quartile for both disciplines as of 2023, placing it amongst the top-tier publications. The journal provides a robust platform for researchers, professionals, and students to disseminate innovative empirical studies and theoretical discussions, thus advancing the understanding of human sexuality and its complexities. The Scopus ranks affirm its prestige, with notable positions in the 90th and 81st percentiles within their respective categories. While it operates under a subscription model, ARCHIVES OF SEXUAL BEHAVIOR remains essential reading for those interested in the multidimensional aspects of sexual behavior, helping to shape policies, enhance public awareness, and inform academic discourse.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.07
Journal Impact Factor2.90
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.70
H-Index133
Journal IF Without Self2.90
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor2.45
Influence1.14
Immediacy Index0.90
Cited Half Life6.90
Citing Half Life8.70
JCI1.31
Total Documents3752
WOS Total Citations10204
SCIMAGO Total Citations29279
SCIMAGO SELF Citations3655
Scopus Journal Rank1.07
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.88
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.57
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.64

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Arts and Humanities (miscellaneous) in Arts and Humanities
Rank #51/552
Percentile 90.76
Quartile Q1
General Psychology in Psychology
Rank #41/216
Percentile 81.02
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

PSYCHOLOGY, CLINICAL
Rank 43/180
Percentile 76.40
Quartile Q1
SOCIAL SCIENCES, INTERDISCIPLINARY
Rank 24/263
Percentile 91.10
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

PSYCHOLOGY, CLINICAL
Rank 21/180
Percentile 88.33
Quartile Q1
SOCIAL SCIENCES, INTERDISCIPLINARY
Rank 45/263
Percentile 82.89
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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