BMC Psychology

metrics 2024

Empowering the next generation of psychological researchers.

Introduction

BMC Psychology, published by SpringerNature, is a leading open-access journal dedicated to advancing the field of psychology through high-quality research and innovative studies. Established in 2013, this journal has rapidly ascended in the academic landscape, achieving a distinguished Q1 ranking for both Medicine (miscellaneous) and Psychology (miscellaneous) categories in 2023, as evidenced by its Scopus rank of #81 out of 216 in General Psychology, placing it in the top 62nd percentile. The journal aims to disseminate cutting-edge findings that span diverse areas of psychology, promoting accessibility and engagement within the global research community. With its focus on open access, BMC Psychology ensures that impactful research is widely available, catering not only to established scholars but also to emerging researchers and students eager to contribute to the evolving conversation in psychological science. Published in the heart of the United Kingdom, this journal champions the spirit of collaboration and innovation in research, making it an essential resource for all those interested in understanding the complexities of human behavior.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank-
Journal Impact Factor2.70
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)-
H-Index-
Journal IF Without Self2.70
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor1.25
Influence-
Immediacy Index0.50
Cited Half Life3.40
Citing Half Life8.00
JCI1.03
Total Documents-
WOS Total Citations3650
SCIMAGO Total Citations-
SCIMAGO SELF Citations-
Scopus Journal Rank-
Cites / Document (2 Years)-
Cites / Document (3 Years)-
Cites / Document (4 Years)-

Metrics History

Rank 2024

IF (Web Of Science)

PSYCHOLOGY, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 52/218
Percentile 76.40
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

PSYCHOLOGY, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 55/218
Percentile 74.77
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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