PSYCHOLOGICAL MEDICINE

metrics 2024

Uncovering transformative research in mental health.

Introduction

PSYCHOLOGICAL MEDICINE is a leading journal in the field of psychiatry and psychology, published by Cambridge University Press. With its ISSN 0033-2917 and E-ISSN 1469-8978, this journal has firmly established itself as a premier platform for cutting-edge research since its inception in 1970. It consistently ranks in the top quartile for both Applied Psychology and Psychiatry and Mental Health, reflecting its exceptional impact in the field, with a 2023 Scopus ranking of #36 out of 567 in Psychiatry and Mental Health, and #21 out of 249 in Applied Psychology. The journal aims to publish comprehensive studies that explore the interplay between psychological phenomena and medical health, contributing vital insights that advance both theoretical understanding and clinical practice. Although it is not an Open Access journal, PSYCHOLOGICAL MEDICINE remains a vital resource for researchers, professionals, and students committed to the scientific investigation of mental health issues.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank2.77
Journal Impact Factor5.90
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)6.50
H-Index243
Journal IF Without Self5.90
Eigen Factor0.04
Normal Eigen Factor8.66
Influence2.36
Immediacy Index1.00
Cited Half Life8.10
Citing Half Life8.00
JCI2.36
Total Documents6535
WOS Total Citations35004
SCIMAGO Total Citations90033
SCIMAGO SELF Citations3615
Scopus Journal Rank2.77
Cites / Document (2 Years)7.05
Cites / Document (3 Years)7.34
Cites / Document (4 Years)7.73

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Psychiatry and Mental Health in Medicine
Rank #36/567
Percentile 93.65
Quartile Q1
Applied Psychology in Psychology
Rank #21/249
Percentile 91.57
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

PSYCHIATRY
Rank 23/276
Percentile 91.80
Quartile Q1
PSYCHOLOGY
Rank 7/92
Percentile 92.90
Quartile Q1
PSYCHOLOGY, CLINICAL
Rank 6/180
Percentile 96.90
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

PSYCHIATRY
Rank 9/276
Percentile 96.74
Quartile Q1
PSYCHOLOGY
Rank 6/92
Percentile 93.48
Quartile Q1
PSYCHOLOGY, CLINICAL
Rank 3/180
Percentile 98.33
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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