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Psychological Medicine is a peer-reviewed medical journal in the field of psychiatry and related aspects of psychology and basic sciences. According to the Journal Citation Reports, the journal has a 2020 impact factor of 5.813 . Less
Psychological Medicine Key Metrics
CiteScore 
11.5
Eigenfactor
0.01 - 0.05
Impact Factor
5 - 10
Scite Index
0.87 5-Year SI
SJR
Q1Applied Psychology
SNIP
2.17
Topics Covered on Psychological Medicine
Psychosis
Confidence interval
Meta-analysis
Major depressive disorder
Behavioral therapy
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Machine learning
Mental health
Quality of life
Randomized controlled trial
Pregnancy
Questionnaire
Social support
Systematic review
Diagnostic accuracy
Impulsivity
Cognitive impairment
Depressive symptoms
Psychopathology
Odds ratio
Psychological Medicine Journal Specifications
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| Overview | |
| Publisher | CAMBRIDGE UNIV PRESS |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Semi-monthly |
| General Details | |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Semi-monthly |
| Publication Start Year | 1970 |
| Publisher URL | Visit website |
| Website URL | Visit website |
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FAQs on Psychological Medicine
How long has Psychological Medicine been actively publishing? 
Psychological Medicine has been in operation since 1970 till date.
What is the publishing frequency of Psychological Medicine?
Psychological Medicine published with a Semi-monthly frequency.
How many articles did Psychological Medicine publish last year?
In 2024, Psychological Medicine publsihed 321 articles.
What is the eISSN & pISSN for Psychological Medicine?
For Psychological Medicine, eISSN is 1469-8978 and pISSN is 0033-2917.
What is Citescore for Psychological Medicine?
Citescore for Psychological Medicine is 11.5.
What is SNIP score for Psychological Medicine?
SNIP score for Psychological Medicine is 2.17.
What is the SJR for Psychological Medicine?
SJR for Psychological Medicine is Q1.
Who is the publisher of Psychological Medicine?
CAMBRIDGE UNIV PRESS is the publisher of Psychological Medicine.
