GENERAL HOSPITAL PSYCHIATRY

metrics 2024

Innovative Insights for Psychiatry and Mental Health

Introduction

GENERAL HOSPITAL PSYCHIATRY is a leading academic journal dedicated to the interdisciplinary fields of psychiatry and mental health, published by Elsevier Science Inc. With a substantial impact factor, this journal is recognized as a Q1 publication in its field, reflecting its significant contribution to advancing research and practice. Since its inception in 1979, GENERAL HOSPITAL PSYCHIATRY has provided a crucial platform for innovative studies, clinical findings, and discussions surrounding mental health care within a hospital setting. The journal addresses a wide range of topics, including psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, treatment interventions, and public health strategies, positioning itself at the forefront of psychiatric research. Though currently not open access, it strives to disseminate knowledge that is vital for healthcare professionals, researchers, and students aiming to enhance mental health outcomes. With an impressive convergence timeline extending to 2024, this journal is essential for anyone invested in the scholarly exploration of psychiatry.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.75
Journal Impact Factor4.10
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)4.70
H-Index122
Journal IF Without Self4.10
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor1.24
Influence1.55
Immediacy Index0.50
Cited Half Life9.50
Citing Half Life6.90
JCI1.14
Total Documents2740
WOS Total Citations7084
SCIMAGO Total Citations21658
SCIMAGO SELF Citations828
Scopus Journal Rank1.75
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.97
Cites / Document (3 Years)4.04
Cites / Document (4 Years)4.05

Metrics History

Rank 2024

IF (Web Of Science)

PSYCHIATRY
Rank 52/276
Percentile 81.30
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

PSYCHIATRY
Rank 58/276
Percentile 78.99
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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