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International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine
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International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine

0091-2174

Published by: SAGE

https://journals.sagepub.com/home/ijp

Ranking & Metrics

Discipline name Position Best Scientists Publications D-Index
Psychology 961 18 14 6

Additional Metrics

Number of Best Scientists*: 37
Documents by Best Scientists*: 41
Top 100 Ranked Scientists*: 3
SCIMAGO H-index: 64
SCIMAGO SJR: 0.622
Impact Factor: 1.3

Overview

Top Research Topics at International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine?

International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine mainly deals with areas of study such as Psychiatry, Depression (differential diagnoses), Clinical psychology, Mental health and Anxiety. Specifically, studies on Comorbidity are prevalent in the Psychiatry works discussed. It explores topics in Depression (differential diagnoses) which can be helpful for research in disciplines like Internal medicine, Psychometrics and Physical therapy.

The work tackled in International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine goes beyond the discipline of Internal medicine as it also encompasses Endocrinology. The studies on Clinical psychology discussed can also contribute to research in the domains of Psychosocial, Personality and Developmental psychology. International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine holds forums on Mental health that merges themes from other disciplines such as Family medicine, Nursing, Public health and Gerontology.

It centers on topics in Family medicine, with a focus on Primary care. International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine explores research in Nursing and the adjacent study of Health care. It emphasizes research on Anxiety, which includes concerns such as Anxiety disorder.

  • Psychiatry (46.80%)
  • Depression (differential diagnoses) (21.72%)
  • Clinical psychology (16.67%)

What are the most cited papers published in the journal?

  • Assessing Psychiatric Impairment in Primary Care with the Sheehan Disability Scale (718 citations)
  • Depression following myocardial infarction. (620 citations)
  • The existential plight in cancer: significance of the first 100 days. (574 citations)

Research areas of the most cited articles at International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine:

The journal papers investigate areas of study like Psychiatry, Depression (differential diagnoses), Clinical psychology, Anxiety and Mental health. The studies on Psychiatry discussed at the published papers can also contribute to research in the domains of Cross-sectional study, Medical prescription and Disease. The most cited articles explore issues in Depression (differential diagnoses) which can be linked to other research areas like Internal medicine, Epidemiology, Psychometrics and Pediatrics.

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

  • Internal medicine
  • Disease
  • Psychiatry

The previous edition focused in particular on these issues:

The primary areas of discussion in the journal are Psychiatry, Family medicine, Mental health, Primary care and Depression (differential diagnoses). It addresses concerns in Psychiatry which are intertwined with other disciplines, such as Pandemic and Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). While Mental health is the focus of it, it also provided insights into the studies of Athletes, Crime victims and Gerontology.

Issues in Primary care were discussed, taking into consideration concepts from other disciplines like Opioid use disorder, Epidemiology, Primary health care and Public health. The research on Depression (differential diagnoses) featured in it combines topics in other fields like Internal medicine, Hemodialysis and Anxiety. The overlapping concepts between Social support and Clinical psychology are the key highlights of 2019-20 coronavirus outbreak study.

The most cited articles from the last journal are:

  • Prevalence of depression, anxiety and stress in china during COVID-19 pandemic: A systematic review with meta-analysis (18 citations)
  • The effect of COVID-19 lockdown on the incidence of deliberate self-harm injuries presenting to the emergency room. (7 citations)
  • Quality of life, depression, and anxiety of patients undergoing hemodialysis: Significant role of acceptance of the illness. (5 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 International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Harold G. Koenig (35 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • John R. Freedy (20 papers) published 3 papers at the last edition the same number as at the previous edition,
  • Mark S. Gold (13 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Randy A. Sansone (12 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Michael W. Wiederman (11 papers) absent at the last 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 International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Medical University of South Carolina (64 papers) published 5 papers at the last edition, 2 less than at the previous edition,
  • Duke University (60 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Harvard University (59 papers) published 1 paper at the last edition, 1 less than at the previous edition,
  • University of Washington (37 papers) published 1 paper at the last edition, 1 less than at the previous edition,
  • University of Pittsburgh (35 papers) absent at the last 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, 12.73% of publications had an unrecognized affiliation. Out of the publications with recognized affiliations, 20.83% were posted by at least one author from the top 10 institutions publishing in the journal. Another 6.25% included authors affiliated with research institutions from the top 11-20 affiliations. Institutions from the 21-50 range included 4.17% of all publications and 68.75% 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.

Road to Becoming a School Psychologist: A Focus on Tennessee

For those interested in the integration of psychology with education, a career as a school psychologist might be the best fit. Breaking into this field requires a specific educational and licensing path. However, the prerequisites can vary from state to state. Looking at the state of Tennessee, for instance, the requirements to become a licensed school psychologist are quite specific. Anyone interested in this profession must first complete a bachelor's degree in psychology or a related field from an accredited institution. Following this, a Master's or Educational Specialist degree in school psychology needs to be obtained. Upon completion of academic requirements, every candidate is also required to complete an internship under the supervision of a licensed professional. Continuing education is another crucial aspect of maintaining a license in Tennessee. School psychologists must renew their licenses by earning a specific number of continuing education units during each renewal cycle. This ensures they remain current with developments in the field. For more detailed insights and a compassionate guide on how to become a school psychologist in Tennessee, check this out: school psychologist requirements Tennessee. Being a school psychologist not only presents an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of students but it also provides a rich field for research and contribution to understanding educational psychology. With the topics discussed in the International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine, school psychologists can deepen their knowledge and improve their practical skills to enhance the wellbeing of their students.

Top Publications

  • Perceived stress in different countries at the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic.

    Sinta Gamonal-Limcaoco;Enrique Montero-Mateos;Maria Teresa Lozano-López;Ana Maciá-Casas

    (2021)
    101 Citations
  • “Operator syndrome”: A unique constellation of medical and behavioral health-care needs of military special operation forces:

    B Christopher Frueh;B Christopher Frueh;B Christopher Frueh;Alok Madan;Alok Madan;J Christopher Fowler;J Christopher Fowler;Sasha Stomberg

    (2020)
    33 Citations
  • Once bitten, twice shy: Dissatisfaction with previous therapy and its implication for future help-seeking among men.

    Zac E Seidler;Simon M Rice;David Kealy;John L Oliffe

    (2020)
    23 Citations
  • Depression, Immunosuppressant Levels, and Clinical Outcomes in Postlung Transplant Recipients:

    Michael C Chu;Patrick J Smith;John M Reynolds;Scott M Palmer

    (2020)
    14 Citations
  • Suicide among older adults: Interactions among key risk factors.

    Silvia C Hernandez;James C Overholser;Kristie L Philips;James Lavacot

    (2021)
    14 Citations
  • Prevalence of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in an adult mental health service in the Republic of Ireland.

    (2022)
    10 Citations
  • Adverse childhood experiences and early initiation of substance use: A survival analysis

    (2023)
    6 Citations
  • Adapting an Evidence-Supported Optimization Program for Mental Health and Sport Performance in Collegiate Athletes to Fit Youth from Ethnic/Racial Minority and Low-Income Neighborhoods: A National Institutes of Health Stage Model Feasibility Study

    Brad Donohue;Davy Phrathep;Karolyne B Stucki;Igor Kowal

    (2021)
    6 Citations
  • Predictors of completion and response to a psychological intervention to promote health behavior adherence in heart failure

    Christopher M Celano;Julia Golden;Brian C Healy;Brian C Healy;Regina M Longley

    (2021)
    1 Citations
  • Sleep-deprived electroencephalography, a forgotten investigation in psychiatry; a case series

    (2022)
    1 Citations

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