European Journal of Psychology Applied to Legal Context

metrics 2024

Unlocking the Power of Psychology in Legal Frameworks

Introduction

The European Journal of Psychology Applied to Legal Context, published by the COLEGIO OFICIAL PSICOLOGOS MADRID, is a premier open-access journal that has been contributing to the interdisciplinary fields of psychology and law since its inception in 2009. With an E-ISSN of 1989-4007, the journal has established itself as a leading outlet for innovative research, boasting impressive Scopus rankings—3rd in Social Sciences (Law) and 9th in Psychology (Applied Psychology), both within the prestigious Q1 quartile category for 2023. This significant impact reflects the journal's commitment to advancing scholarly understanding and application of psychological principles in legal contexts, making it an essential resource for researchers, professionals, and students. Distributed globally, the journal offers unrestricted access to its articles since 2013, aligning with the shared goal of enhancing knowledge and fostering collaboration among diverse academic and professional communities. By bridging the gap between psychological research and legal practice, the European Journal of Psychology Applied to Legal Context plays a crucial role in shaping policy, guiding best practices, and informing education in both fields.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.92
Journal Impact Factor7.60
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)6.90
H-Index34
Journal IF Without Self7.60
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.14
Influence1.53
Immediacy Index2.10
Cited Half Life4.30
Citing Half Life7.40
JCI6.80
Total Documents155
WOS Total Citations533
SCIMAGO Total Citations1643
SCIMAGO SELF Citations165
Scopus Journal Rank1.92
Cites / Document (2 Years)8.20
Cites / Document (3 Years)8.57
Cites / Document (4 Years)8.00

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Law in Social Sciences
Rank #3/1025
Percentile 99.71
Quartile Q1
Applied Psychology in Psychology
Rank #9/249
Percentile 96.39
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

LAW
Rank 1/421
Percentile 99.90
Quartile Q1
PSYCHOLOGY, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 10/218
Percentile 95.60
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

LAW
Rank 1/421
Percentile 99.76
Quartile Q1
PSYCHOLOGY, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 2/218
Percentile 99.08
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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