Mental Health and Physical Activity

metrics 2024

Innovating Insights for a Healthier Mind and Body

Introduction

Mental Health and Physical Activity, published by Elsevier Science LTD, is an esteemed journal in the realm of Applied Psychology and Psychiatry and Mental Health, thriving since 2008 and continuing its valuable contribution through 2024. With an impressive impact factor showcased by its ranking in the Q2 category for Applied Psychology and Q1 for Psychiatry and Mental Health, the journal supports the dissemination of innovative research that explores the intricate connections between mental well-being and physical activity. Positioned in the Netherlands, the journal offers a robust platform for researchers, clinicians, and students to share insights and develop new interventions that foster better mental health outcomes through physical engagement. While the journal currently does not provide open access options, its commitment to high-quality peer-reviewed content makes it a critical resource for those dedicated to advancing knowledge in the fields of psychology and mental health. With rankings placing it in the top fraction of its peer group, Mental Health and Physical Activity remains an essential cerebral space for impactful dialogue and research in the study of mental health promotion.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.16
Journal Impact Factor2.30
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.40
H-Index47
Journal IF Without Self2.30
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.32
Influence0.85
Immediacy Index0.50
Cited Half Life5.00
Citing Half Life6.90
JCI0.92
Total Documents475
WOS Total Citations1199
SCIMAGO Total Citations3362
SCIMAGO SELF Citations338
Scopus Journal Rank1.16
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.52
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.95
Cites / Document (4 Years)4.29

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Psychiatry and Mental Health in Medicine
Rank #125/567
Percentile 77.95
Quartile Q1
Applied Psychology in Psychology
Rank #59/249
Percentile 76.31
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

PSYCHIATRY
Rank 131/276
Percentile 52.70
Quartile Q2
PSYCHOLOGY, CLINICAL
Rank 70/180
Percentile 61.40
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

PSYCHIATRY
Rank 85/276
Percentile 69.20
Quartile Q2
PSYCHOLOGY, CLINICAL
Rank 57/180
Percentile 68.33
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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