HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY

metrics 2024

Exploring the Mind-Body Connection in Health

Introduction

HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY, published by the American Psychological Association, is a premier academic journal dedicated to advancing the understanding of the psychological aspects of health and illness. With an ISSN of 0278-6133 and an E-ISSN of 1930-7810, this journal has earned its reputation as a leader in the field, boasting a 2023 Q2 ranking in Applied Psychology and Q1 rankings in both Medicine (miscellaneous) and Psychiatry and Mental Health. Spanning from 1984 to 2024, HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY serves as a vital resource for researchers, professionals, and students interested in the intersection of behavior and health outcomes. Although not an open-access journal, it offers a wealth of cutting-edge research, reviews, and practical applications aimed at improving psychological well-being and advancing healthcare practices. The journal's significant contributions make it an essential publication for anyone involved in health psychology and related disciplines.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.15
Journal Impact Factor3.10
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)4.30
H-Index188
Journal IF Without Self3.10
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor1.55
Influence1.52
Immediacy Index0.70
Cited Half Life11.30
Citing Half Life8.00
JCI1.09
Total Documents2693
WOS Total Citations12253
SCIMAGO Total Citations34066
SCIMAGO SELF Citations1089
Scopus Journal Rank1.15
Cites / Document (2 Years)3.12
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.95
Cites / Document (4 Years)4.26

Metrics History

Rank 2024

IF (Web Of Science)

PSYCHOLOGY
Rank 17/92
Percentile 82.10
Quartile Q1
PSYCHOLOGY, CLINICAL
Rank 36/180
Percentile 80.30
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

PSYCHOLOGY
Rank 19/92
Percentile 79.35
Quartile Q1
PSYCHOLOGY, CLINICAL
Rank 39/180
Percentile 78.33
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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