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Culture, Health and Sexuality
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Culture, Health and Sexuality

1369-1058

Published by: Taylor & Francis

https://www.tandfonline.com/toc/tchs20/current

Ranking & Metrics

Discipline name Position Best Scientists Publications D-Index
Social Sciences and Humanities 62 97 132 22

Additional Metrics

Number of Best Scientists*: 173
Documents by Best Scientists*: 186
Top 100 Ranked Scientists*: 5
SCIMAGO H-index: 80
SCIMAGO SJR: 0.742
Impact Factor: 1.7

Overview

Top Research Topics at Culture, Health & Sexuality?

The journal is mainly concerned with subjects like Gender studies, Human sexuality, Social psychology, Reproductive health and Developmental psychology. Culture, Health & Sexuality addresses concerns in Gender studies which are intertwined with other disciplines, such as Qualitative research, Focus group and Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). The Qualitative research study tackled is a key component of adjacent topics in the area of Family medicine.

The journal facilitates discussions on Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) that incorporate concepts from other fields like Developing country, Demography, Social issues and Gerontology. It dives deep in exploring the relationship between the study of Social issues and Domestic violence. Men who have sex with men, Lesbian and Ethnic group are some topics wherein Human sexuality research discussed in it have an impact.

Social psychology research is concerned with Interpersonal relationship in particular. The studies in Reproductive health featured incorporate elements of Family planning and Psychological intervention. Young adult is a focus of the presented Developmental psychology works and it dives deep in Young adult.

  • Gender studies (38.39%)
  • Human sexuality (28.56%)
  • Social psychology (23.12%)

What are the most cited papers published in the journal?

  • Conceptualising abortion stigma. (393 citations)
  • Cultural politics and masculinities: Multiple‐partners in historical perspective in KwaZulu‐Natal (290 citations)
  • Homophobia, hypermasculinity and the US black church. (236 citations)

Research areas of the most cited articles at Culture, Health & Sexuality:

The most cited publications tackle a plethora of topics, such as Gender studies, Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), Human sexuality, Social psychology and Developmental psychology. While work presented in the most cited articles provide substantial information on Gender studies, it also covers topics in Qualitative research, Focus group and Ethnic group. While the published articles focused on Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), they were also able to explore topics like Developing country, Stigma (botany) and Social issues.

What topics the last edition of the journal is best known for?

  • Law
  • Social psychology
  • China

The previous edition focused in particular on these issues:

The main points discussed in the journal deals with Gender studies, Reproductive health, Human sexuality, Developmental psychology and Social psychology. Culture, Health & Sexuality explores research in Gender studies alongside concepts in Agency (sociology) and other areas of study in Sexual relationship. While Reproductive health is the key highlight in it, it also covered some subjects on Psychological intervention and Focus group.

The tackled Human sexuality research is interrelated with Qualitative research which concerns subjects like Health care and Family medicine. Topics in Developmental psychology explored in it were investigated in conjunction with research in Sexual minority, Ethnic group and Pleasure. The presented Social psychology research focuses mostly on Stigma (botany) and, on occasion, topics in Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).

The most cited articles from the last journal are:

  • Sexual health literacy among gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men: a conceptual framework for future research. (10 citations)
  • Women's economic empowerment and health related decision-making in rural Sierra Leone. (10 citations)
  • #PrEP4Love : success and stigma following release of the first sex-positive PrEP public health campaign. (9 citations)

Papers citation over time

A key indicator for each journal is its effectiveness in reaching other researchers with the papers published at that venue.

The chart below presents the interquartile range (first quartile 25%, median 50% and third quartile 75%) of the number of citations of articles over time.

The top authors publishing in Culture, Health & Sexuality (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Rachel Jewkes (15 papers) published 1 paper at the last edition, 3 less than at the previous edition,
  • Peter Aggleton (15 papers) published 2 papers at the last edition, 1 less than at the previous edition,
  • Rob Stephenson (11 papers) published 1 paper at the last edition the same number as at the previous edition,
  • Deanna Kerrigan (11 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Richard Parker (11 papers) published 2 papers at the last edition, 1 more than at the previous edition.

The overall trend for top authors publishing in this journal is outlined below. The chart shows the number of publications at each edition of the journal for top authors.

Only papers with recognized affiliations are considered

The top affiliations publishing in Culture, Health & Sexuality (based on the number of publications) are:

  • University of California, San Francisco (76 papers) published 6 papers at the last edition, 4 less than at the previous edition,
  • Johns Hopkins University (69 papers) published 8 papers at the last edition, 3 less than at the previous edition,
  • Columbia University (67 papers) published 6 papers at the last edition, 4 more than at the previous edition,
  • La Trobe University (65 papers) published 3 papers at the last edition, 1 more than at the previous edition,
  • University of the Witwatersrand (59 papers) published 5 papers at the last edition, 6 less than at the previous edition.

The overall trend for top affiliations publishing in this journal is outlined below. The chart shows the number of publications at each edition of the journal for top affiliations.

Publication chance based on affiliation

The publication chance index shows the ratio of articles published by the best research institutions in the journal edition to all articles published within that journal. The best research institutions were selected based on the largest number of articles published during all editions of the journal.

The chart below presents the percentage ratio of articles from top institutions (based on their ranking of total papers).Top affiliations were grouped by their rank into the following tiers: top 1-10, top 11-20, top 21-50, and top 51+. Only articles with a recognized affiliation are considered.

During the most recent 2021 edition, 0.58% of publications had an unrecognized affiliation. Out of the publications with recognized affiliations, 28.65% were posted by at least one author from the top 10 institutions publishing in the journal. Another 15.79% included authors affiliated with research institutions from the top 11-20 affiliations. Institutions from the 21-50 range included 11.70% of all publications and 43.86% were from other institutions.

Returning Authors Index

A very common phenomenon observed among researchers publishing scientific articles is the intentional selection of journals they have already attended in the past. In particular, it is worth analyzing the case when the authors participate in the same journal from year to year.

The Returning Authors Index presented below illustrates the ratio of authors who participated in both a given as well as the previous edition of the journal in relation to all participants in a given year.

Returning Institution Index

The graph below shows the Returning Institution Index, illustrating the ratio of institutions that participated in both a given and the previous edition of the conference in relation to all affiliations present in a given year.

The experience to innovation index

Our experience to innovation index was created to show a cross-section of the experience level of authors publishing in a journal. The index includes the authors publishing at the last edition of a journal, grouped by total number of publications throughout their academic career (P) and the total number of citations of these publications ever received (C).

The group intervals were selected empirically to best show the diversity of the authors' experiences, their labels were selected as a convenience, not as judgment. The authors were divided into the following groups:

  • Novice - P < 5 or C < 25 (the number of publications less than 5 or the number of citations less than 25),
  • Competent - P < 10 or C < 100 (the number of publications less than 10 or the number of citations less than 100),
  • Experienced - P < 25 or C < 625 (the number of publications less than 25 or the number of citations less than 625),
  • Master - P < 50 or C < 2500 (the number of publications less than 50 or the number of citations less than 2500),
  • Star - P ≥ 50 and C ≥ 2500 (both the number of publications greater than 50 and the number of citations greater than 2500).

The chart below illustrates experience levels of first authors in cases of publications with multiple authors.

Educational Pathways and Career Opportunities

In addition to providing valuable insights into specific research topics, the Culture, Health & Sexuality journal can also be a useful resource for individuals interested in pursuing careers in related fields such as licensed professional counseling. With a keen understanding of gender studies, human sexuality, social psychology, and developmental psychology, licensed professional counselors (LPCs) contribute significantly to the mental health and well-being of various communities. These foundational topics also inform the humanitarian and socio-cultural aspects of related professions.

For those interested in becoming an LPC in California, specific guidelines include obtaining a solid educational foundation, gaining practical experience, qualifying for examinations, and obtaining licensure. These steps are crucial in preparing for a fulfilling career as a counselor in California. To learn more about the process involved in becoming a licensed professional counselor, you can refer to our comprehensive and well-researched guide on how to become an LPC in California.

Furthermore, gaining knowledge in the areas outlined by the Culture, Health & Sexuality journal allows individuals to understand the nuanced complexities of clients' experiences. This knowledge can enrich their practice and their contributions to the field. Thus, immersing oneself in these areas can be both rewarding and beneficial in the journey to becoming an LPC in California.

Top Publications

  • Intersectional minority stress disparities among sexual minority adults in the USA: the role of race/ethnicity and socioeconomic status.

    Sylvia Shangani;Kristi E Gamarel;Adedotun Ogunbajo;Jieyi Cai

    (2020)
    91 Citations
  • Transgender and non-binary Australians’ experiences with healthcare professionals in relation to fertility preservation

    Clare Bartholomaeus;Damien W. Riggs

    (2020)
    57 Citations
  • #PrEP4Love : success and stigma following release of the first sex-positive PrEP public health campaign.

    Lance C Keene;Jessica M Dehlin;Jim Pickett;Kathryn R Berringer

    (2021)
    48 Citations
  • Intersex: cultural and social perspectives.

    Surya Monro;Morgan Carpenter;Daniela Crocetti;Georgiann Davis

    (2021)
    35 Citations
  • Disclosure of PrEP use by young women in South Africa and Tanzania: qualitative findings from a demonstration project.

    Fiona Scorgie;Nomhle Khoza;Deborah Baron;Shelley Lees

    (2021)
    34 Citations
  • Improving menstrual equity in the USA: perspectives from trans and non-binary people assigned female at birth and health care providers.

    Benjamin Lane;Amaya Perez-Brumer;Richard Parker;Richard Parker;Amelia Sprong

    (2021)
    34 Citations
  • Gender role conflict and sexual health and relationship practices amongst young men living in urban informal settlements in South Africa

    Kalysha Closson;Abigail Hatcher;Yandisa Sikweyiya;Laura Washington

    (2020)
    30 Citations
  • ‘I did not have sex outside of our bubble’: changes in sexual practices and risk reduction strategies among sexual minority men in Canada during the COVID-19 pandemic

    (2022)
    27 Citations
  • Enacting power and constructing gender in cervical cancer screening encounters between transmasculine patients and health care providers.

    Sarah M Peitzmeier;Ida M Bernstein;Michal J McDowell;Dana J Pardee

    (2020)
    26 Citations
  • Affirming and negotiating gender in family and social spaces: Stigma, mental health and resilience among transmasculine people in India.

    Venkatesan Chakrapani;Ayden I Scheim;Peter A Newman;Murali Shunmugam

    (2021)
    25 Citations

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