Psychology of Violence

metrics 2024

Advancing Understanding of Aggression

Introduction

The Psychology of Violence is an esteemed academic journal published by the Educational Publishing Foundation under the auspices of the American Psychological Association. Since its inception in 2010, the journal has been at the forefront of exploring the complex psychological dimensions of violence, providing a vital platform for researchers, practitioners, and students in the fields of psychology, social sciences, and health. With an impressive impact, the journal is categorized in the Q1 and Q2 quartiles for various disciplines, reflecting its influence and contribution to scientific literature. The judgments of peer-reviewed research ensure accessibility to rigorous findings that address pressing issues related to violence and its societal implications. The journal boasts significant rankings, including a 79th percentile in health (social science) and a 73rd percentile in social psychology according to Scopus, underlining its relevance and stature in the academic community. Researchers interested in the intricate interactions between psychological factors and violence will find this journal indispensable for advancing knowledge and practice in this significant field of study.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.05
Journal Impact Factor2.40
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.90
H-Index60
Journal IF Without Self2.40
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.82
Influence1.41
Immediacy Index0.30
Cited Half Life5.90
Citing Half Life8.90
JCI1.18
Total Documents651
WOS Total Citations2387
SCIMAGO Total Citations5362
SCIMAGO SELF Citations279
Scopus Journal Rank1.05
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.69
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.31
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.89

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Health (social science) in Social Sciences
Rank #75/371
Percentile 79.78
Quartile Q1
Social Psychology in Psychology
Rank #83/310
Percentile 73.23
Quartile Q2
Applied Psychology in Psychology
Rank #92/249
Percentile 63.05
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

CRIMINOLOGY & PENOLOGY
Rank 14/113
Percentile 88.10
Quartile Q1
FAMILY STUDIES
Rank 15/66
Percentile 78.00
Quartile Q1
PSYCHOLOGY, CLINICAL
Rank 65/180
Percentile 64.20
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

CRIMINOLOGY & PENOLOGY
Rank 22/113
Percentile 80.53
Quartile Q1
FAMILY STUDIES
Rank 12/66
Percentile 81.82
Quartile Q1
PSYCHOLOGY, CLINICAL
Rank 34/180
Percentile 81.11
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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