Behavior Research Methods

metrics 2024

Elevating research standards in psychology and behavioral science.

Introduction

Behavior Research Methods is a premier, peer-reviewed journal published by Springer that holds a significant position within the fields of psychology and behavioral science. With its ISSN 1554-351X and E-ISSN 1554-3528, this esteemed journal has been a vital resource for researchers and practitioners since its inception in 1968. By providing insightful research on innovative methodologies in behavioral studies, it has achieved remarkable recognition, consistently ranking in the Q1 category across various psychological disciplines including Developmental and Educational Psychology, Experimental and Cognitive Psychology, and Arts and Humanities. Its current Scopus rankings place it firmly within the top echelons of academic journals, with impressive percentiles in several categories. The journal's objective is to advance knowledge and foster discourse on effective research methods related to human behavior, making it an essential platform for sharing groundbreaking findings and innovative approaches. While it does not offer open access, it continues to serve as a key reference for those looking to enhance their understanding of methodological advancements in behavior research. The journal is available to scholars and institutions both in the United States and globally, affirming its role as a beacon of scholarly excellence in psychology.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank2.40
Journal Impact Factor4.60
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)7.20
H-Index171
Journal IF Without Self4.60
Eigen Factor0.03
Normal Eigen Factor5.66
Influence2.80
Immediacy Index0.50
Cited Half Life14.10
Citing Half Life9.60
JCI1.57
Total Documents3254
WOS Total Citations31708
SCIMAGO Total Citations33383
SCIMAGO SELF Citations2358
Scopus Journal Rank2.40
Cites / Document (2 Years)6.44
Cites / Document (3 Years)7.28
Cites / Document (4 Years)8.73

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Arts and Humanities (miscellaneous) in Arts and Humanities
Rank #11/552
Percentile 98.01
Quartile Q1
Experimental and Cognitive Psychology in Psychology
Rank #4/165
Percentile 97.58
Quartile Q1
Psychology (miscellaneous) in Psychology
Rank #3/97
Percentile 96.91
Quartile Q1
Developmental and Educational Psychology in Psychology
Rank #20/360
Percentile 94.44
Quartile Q1
General Psychology in Psychology
Rank #14/216
Percentile 93.52
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

PSYCHOLOGY, EXPERIMENTAL
Rank 7/99
Percentile 93.40
Quartile Q1
PSYCHOLOGY, MATHEMATICAL
Rank 1/13
Percentile 96.20
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

PSYCHOLOGY, EXPERIMENTAL
Rank 9/99
Percentile 90.91
Quartile Q1
PSYCHOLOGY, MATHEMATICAL
Rank 1/13
Percentile 92.31
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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