SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

metrics 2024

Advancing understanding of social dynamics.

Introduction

SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT is a prestigious journal published by WILEY, dedicated to advancing knowledge in the fields of developmental and educational psychology, sociology, and political science. With the ISSN 0961-205X and E-ISSN 1467-9507, this journal has been a vital resource since its inception in 1992 and continues to publish high-quality research until 2024. Recognized for its impact, it holds a Q2 ranking in Developmental and Educational Psychology and top Q1 placements in both Social Sciences (Miscellaneous) and Sociology and Political Science for 2023. The journal ranks 103rd out of 604 in the Social Sciences category, reflecting its significant contributions to the discipline. Although it does not offer open access, researchers and scholars can access its compelling articles through institutional subscriptions or direct purchase. Located in the United Kingdom, SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT is committed to fostering an understanding of social dynamics and promoting scholarly discussion on pressing social issues, making it an essential resource for academics, practitioners, and students alike.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.81
Journal Impact Factor1.60
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.20
H-Index108
Journal IF Without Self1.60
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.48
Influence0.71
Immediacy Index0.20
Cited Half Life12.70
Citing Half Life10.80
JCI0.54
Total Documents1220
WOS Total Citations3700
SCIMAGO Total Citations7448
SCIMAGO SELF Citations402
Scopus Journal Rank0.81
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.02
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.53
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.60

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Social Sciences (miscellaneous) in Social Sciences
Rank #103/604
Percentile 82.95
Quartile Q1
Sociology and Political Science in Social Sciences
Rank #304/1466
Percentile 79.26
Quartile Q1
Developmental and Educational Psychology in Psychology
Rank #150/360
Percentile 58.33
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

PSYCHOLOGY, DEVELOPMENTAL
Rank 65/91
Percentile 29.10
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

PSYCHOLOGY, DEVELOPMENTAL
Rank 72/91
Percentile 20.88
Quartile Q4

Quartile History

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