Childhood Obesity

metrics 2024

Empowering change through evidence-based research.

Introduction

Childhood Obesity is a leading peer-reviewed academic journal published by Mary Ann Liebert, Inc., dedicated to the critical examination of obesity issues affecting children and adolescents. Covering a range of interdisciplinary research within Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism, Nutrition and Dietetics, and Pediatrics, the journal holds prestigious rankings across multiple categories, including Q1 in Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health, showcasing its impact and quality in the field. With its focus on innovative research and practical solutions, Childhood Obesity invites contributions that advance understanding and strategies for combating childhood obesity, making it an invaluable resource for researchers, healthcare professionals, and students alike. Published from 2010 to 2024, the journal remains committed to enhancing public health knowledge and practices through high-quality, evidence-based studies.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.85
Journal Impact Factor1.50
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.00
H-Index50
Journal IF Without Self1.50
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.57
Influence1.01
Immediacy Index0.30
Cited Half Life5.80
Citing Half Life7.10
JCI0.72
Total Documents1331
WOS Total Citations1826
SCIMAGO Total Citations5826
SCIMAGO SELF Citations308
Scopus Journal Rank0.85
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.15
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.48
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.50

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Pediatrics, Perinatology and Child Health in Medicine
Rank #64/330
Percentile 80.61
Quartile Q1
Nutrition and Dietetics in Nursing
Rank #63/140
Percentile 55.00
Quartile Q2
Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism in Medicine
Rank #116/244
Percentile 52.46
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

PEDIATRICS
Rank 86/186
Percentile 54.00
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

PEDIATRICS
Rank 79/186
Percentile 57.53
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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