PSYCHOPHARMACOLOGY

metrics 2024

Exploring the Nexus of Drugs and Behavior

Introduction

PSYCHOPHARMACOLOGY is a leading peer-reviewed journal specializing in the field of pharmacology, specifically focusing on the effects of drugs on behavior, cognition, and emotion. Published by Springer, this esteemed journal has established itself as a pivotal resource for researchers and professionals since its inception in 1959, maintaining its relevance and rigor in the ever-evolving landscape of psychopharmacological research. With an impressive impact factor and ranking in the top quartile (Q1) of the Pharmacology category in 2023, it consistently publishes high-quality studies that contribute to both academic inquiry and clinical practice. The journal's scope includes original research, theoretical papers, and reviews, fostering a multidisciplinary dialogue among psychologists, psychiatrists, pharmacologists, and neuroscientists. As the field of psychopharmacology continues to grow, PSYCHOPHARMACOLOGY remains dedicated to disseminating innovative findings, operationalizing complex concepts, and enhancing the understanding of drug mechanisms and their implications for mental health. This commitment to excellence positions PSYCHOPHARMACOLOGY as an indispensable tool for those seeking to advance their knowledge and research in pharmacology.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.05
Journal Impact Factor3.50
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.60
H-Index214
Journal IF Without Self3.50
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor2.88
Influence1.09
Immediacy Index0.70
Cited Half Life11.90
Citing Half Life9.70
JCI0.92
Total Documents8589
WOS Total Citations20270
SCIMAGO Total Citations104901
SCIMAGO SELF Citations9203
Scopus Journal Rank1.05
Cites / Document (2 Years)3.54
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.51
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.81

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Pharmacology in Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics
Rank #88/313
Percentile 71.88
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

NEUROSCIENCES
Rank 109/310
Percentile 65.00
Quartile Q2
PHARMACOLOGY & PHARMACY
Rank 100/354
Percentile 71.90
Quartile Q2
PSYCHIATRY
Rank 75/276
Percentile 73.00
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

NEUROSCIENCES
Rank 109/310
Percentile 64.84
Quartile Q2
PHARMACOLOGY & PHARMACY
Rank 97/354
Percentile 72.60
Quartile Q2
PSYCHIATRY
Rank 85/276
Percentile 69.20
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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