DEATH STUDIES

metrics 2024

Exploring the Depths of Mortality

Introduction

DEATH STUDIES is a premier academic journal published by Routledge Journals, Taylor & Francis Ltd, dedicated to advancing the interdisciplinary study of death, dying, and bereavement. Since its inception in 1985, the journal has cultivated a significant following among researchers and professionals in various fields, including psychology, sociology, and the humanities. With its publication spanning up to 2024, DEATH STUDIES holds a remarkable position, being classified in the Q1 quartile across Arts and Humanities, Clinical Psychology, and Developmental and Educational Psychology categories for 2023. This journal has achieved impressive Scopus rankings, being placed within the top 5% of journals in its respective areas, notably ranking 19th out of 552 in Arts and Humanities (miscellaneous) and 27th out of 360 in Developmental and Educational Psychology. The journal focuses on disseminating empirical research, theoretical exploration, and critical insights related to death and related phenomena, providing valuable access for scholars and practitioners. While not open access, DEATH STUDIES remains an essential resource for those aiming to deepen their understanding of how death impacts individuals and societies, fostering a broad dialogue that bridges academic and practical concerns.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.07
Journal Impact Factor2.10
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.80
H-Index81
Journal IF Without Self2.10
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.83
Influence0.68
Immediacy Index0.20
Cited Half Life6.00
Citing Half Life7.80
JCI1.19
Total Documents1831
WOS Total Citations3798
SCIMAGO Total Citations8596
SCIMAGO SELF Citations887
Scopus Journal Rank1.07
Cites / Document (2 Years)4.00
Cites / Document (3 Years)4.37
Cites / Document (4 Years)4.20

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Arts and Humanities (miscellaneous) in Arts and Humanities
Rank #19/552
Percentile 96.56
Quartile Q1
Developmental and Educational Psychology in Psychology
Rank #27/360
Percentile 92.50
Quartile Q1
Clinical Psychology in Psychology
Rank #27/311
Percentile 91.32
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

PSYCHOLOGY, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 84/218
Percentile 61.70
Quartile Q2
SOCIAL ISSUES
Rank 21/67
Percentile 69.40
Quartile Q2
SOCIAL SCIENCES, BIOMEDICAL
Rank 18/46
Percentile 62.00
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

PSYCHOLOGY, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 41/218
Percentile 81.19
Quartile Q1
SOCIAL ISSUES
Rank 10/67
Percentile 85.07
Quartile Q1
SOCIAL SCIENCES, BIOMEDICAL
Rank 8/46
Percentile 82.61
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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