Current Opinion in Psychology
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127 papers with at least that number of citations each
Aims & Scope
The Current Opinion journals were developed out of the recognition that it is increasingly difficult for specialists to keep up to date with the expanding volume of information published in their subject. In Current Opinion in Psychology, we help the reader by providing in a systematic manner: The views of experts on current advances in psychology in a clear and readable form. Evaluations of the most interesting papers, annotated by experts, from the great wealth of original publications. Division of the subject into sections The subject of psychology is divided into themed sections, some of which may be reviewed on an annual basis if appropriate. The amount of space devoted to each section is related to its importance. The topics covered will include: * Biological psychology * Clinical psychology * Cognitive psychology * Community psychology * Comparative psychology * Developmental psychology * Educational psychology * Environmental psychology * Evolutionary psychology * Health psychology * Neuropsychology * Personality psychology * Social psychology
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PSYCHOLOGY, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
PSYCHOLOGY, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
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Academic Intelligence Overview & Context
ImpaQ AnalysisCurrent Opinion in Psychology (ISSN: 2352-250X) is a peer-reviewed international scholarly journal in the field of PSYCHOLOGY, published by Elsevier in United Kingdom. The periodical holds a Journal Impact Factor (JIF) of 7.40, ranking in quartile Q1 of Web of Science (SCIE), a Scopus SJR indicator of 3.432 (Q1), an H-index of 127.
The journal enforces rigorous peer evaluation with an annual output of approximately 233 scientific articles. In terms of accessibility and author fees, it operates under the Hybrid model with an estimated APC of $3,976 USD. It serves as a benchmark publication platform for academics, researchers, and doctoral candidates seeking global research visibility.
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