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Journal of Homosexuality
H-index 21

Journal of Homosexuality

0091-8369

Published by: Taylor & Francis

https://www.tandfonline.com/loi/wjhm20

Ranking & Metrics

Discipline name Position Best Scientists Publications D-Index
Psychology 309 92 102 20
Social Sciences and Humanities 361 37 39 11

Additional Metrics

Number of Best Scientists*: 148
Documents by Best Scientists*: 150
Top 100 Ranked Scientists*: 2
SCIMAGO H-index: 95
SCIMAGO SJR: 1.06
Impact Factor: 2

Overview

Top Research Topics at Journal of Homosexuality?

Journal of Homosexuality is mainly concerned with subjects like Homosexuality, Gender studies, Social psychology, Lesbian and Human sexuality. The research on Homosexuality featured in the journal combines topics in other fields like Developmental psychology, Interpersonal relationship and Sexual orientation. It facilitates discussions on Gender studies that incorporate concepts from other fields like Identity (social science), Context (language use) and Politics.

Topics in Social psychology explored in it were investigated in conjunction with research in Masculinity, Heterosexism and Sexual identity. Lesbian research presented in the journal encompasses a variety of subjects, including Transgender and Clinical psychology. Topics in Clinical psychology were tackled in line with various other fields like Mental health and Suicide prevention.

  • Homosexuality (40.87%)
  • Gender studies (32.76%)
  • Social psychology (31.47%)

What are the most cited papers published in the journal?

  • Homosexual identity formation: a theoretical model. (1755 citations)
  • Suicide and Suicide Risk in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Populations: Review and Recommendations (770 citations)
  • The formation of homosexual identities. (717 citations)

Research areas of the most cited articles at Journal of Homosexuality:

The most cited publications primarily focus on research topics in Homosexuality, Social psychology, Lesbian, Developmental psychology and Gender studies. While Homosexuality is the key highlight in the most cited publications, thet also covered some subjects on Sexual orientation and Self-disclosure. In addition to Social psychology research, the most cited articles aim to explore topics under Heterosexism and Perception.

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

  • Law
  • World War II
  • Social psychology

The previous edition focused in particular on these issues:

The topics of Gender studies, Lesbian, Transgender, Queer and Social psychology are the focal point of discussions in the journal. In it, Identity (social science) and Politics are investigated in conjunction with one another to address concerns in Gender studies research. The work on Lesbian tackled in it brings together disciplines like Mental health and Clinical psychology.

While Journal of Homosexuality focused on Transgender, it was also able to explore topics like Criminology, Curriculum and Medical education. Specifically, studies on Sexual minority are prevalent in the Social psychology works discussed. Journal of Homosexuality emphasizes research on Homosexuality, which includes concerns such as Heterosexuality.

The most cited articles from the last journal are:

  • Disproportionate Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Perceived Social Support, Mental Health and Somatic Symptoms in Sexual and Gender Minority Populations. (17 citations)
  • Understanding the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Mental Health of Transgender and Gender Nonbinary Individuals Engaged in a Longitudinal Cohort Study. (9 citations)
  • Psychosocial Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic and Mental Health among LGBTQ+ Young Adults: A Cross-Cultural Comparison across Six Nations. (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 Journal of Homosexuality (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Michael Ferguson (20 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Esther D. Rothblum (18 papers) published 1 paper at the last edition, 1 less than at the previous edition,
  • Todd G. Morrison (15 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Michael W. Ross (14 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Ellen D. B. Riggle (12 papers) published 1 paper 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 Journal of Homosexuality (based on the number of publications) are:

  • San Francisco State University (65 papers) published 4 papers at the last edition, 2 more than at the previous edition,
  • University of California, San Francisco (36 papers) published 2 papers at the last edition the same number as at the previous edition,
  • Columbia University (31 papers) published 5 papers at the last edition, 4 more than at the previous edition,
  • University of Minnesota (29 papers) published 2 papers at the last edition,
  • University of British Columbia (24 papers) published 5 papers at the last edition, 4 more 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, 2.90% of publications had an unrecognized affiliation. Out of the publications with recognized affiliations, 13.93% were posted by at least one author from the top 10 institutions publishing in the journal. Another 5.47% included authors affiliated with research institutions from the top 11-20 affiliations. Institutions from the 21-50 range included 13.93% of all publications and 66.67% 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.

Career Opportunities in Homosexuality and Gender Studies

The study of Homosexuality and Gender studies, which is significantly reflected in the research topics covered by the Journal of Homosexuality, can open up various career opportunities. Those who are interested and gain expertise in this area may find themselves on a path to fields that require understanding and working actively with diverse sexual orientations and gender identities.

Careers related to this research field can range from advocacy and social work to academia and counseling. For instance, Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs) often work with clients that are part of the LGBTQ+ community, and the knowledge gained from studies like those published in the Journal of Homosexuality can be particularly valuable in this role.

A region-specific example would be aspiring to earn an LPC license in Oklahoma. This process requires a thorough understanding and sensitivity towards a wide range of sexual orientations and gender identities. It involves academic qualifications, supervision hours, and a licensing examination, all of which can be informed and enhanced by the research in the aforementioned journal.

Moreover, research in this field can also contribute to improving existing standards of practice in relevant industries. In conclusion, Homosexuality and Gender studies are not just timely and essential areas of research but also lead to significant career paths and opportunities.

Top Publications

  • Parent-Initiated Sexual Orientation Change Efforts With LGBT Adolescents: Implications for Young Adult Mental Health and Adjustment.

    Caitlin Ryan;Russell B Toomey;Rafael M Diaz;Stephen T Russell

    (2020)
    197 Citations
  • Understanding the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Mental Health of Transgender and Gender Nonbinary Individuals Engaged in a Longitudinal Cohort Study.

    Jeremy D. Kidd;Jeremy D. Kidd;Kasey B. Jackman;Renato Barucco;Renato Barucco;Jordan D. Dworkin;Jordan D. Dworkin

    (2021)
    154 Citations
  • Psychosocial Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic and Mental Health among LGBTQ+ Young Adults: A Cross-Cultural Comparison across Six Nations.

    Jorge Gato;Jaime Barrientos;Fiona Tasker;Marina Miscioscia

    (2021)
    147 Citations
  • Introduction to Special Issue: Impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic on LGBTQ+ Health and Well-Being.

    Laurie A. Drabble;Michele J. Eliason

    (2021)
    81 Citations
  • Parental Responses to Transgender and Gender Nonconforming Youth: Associations with Parent Support, Parental Abuse, and Youths’ Psychological Adjustment

    Arnold H. Grossman;Jung Yeon Park;John A. Frank;Stephen T. Russell

    (2021)
    72 Citations
  • Narratives of Generativity and Resilience among LGBT Older Adults: Leaving Positive Legacies despite Social Stigma and Collective Trauma.

    Kyle L Bower;Denise C Lewis;J Maria Bermúdez;Anneliese A Singh

    (2021)
    56 Citations
  • Heteronormativity in the Lives of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Queer Young People.

    Amanda M. Pollitt;Sara E. Mernitz;Stephen T. Russell;Melissa A. Curran

    (2021)
    38 Citations
  • The Spatial Impacts of COVID-19 Restrictions on LGBTIQ Wellbeing, Visibility, and Belonging in Tasmania, Australia.

    Ruby Grant;Andrew Gorman-Murray;Briohny Briohny Walker

    (2021)
    37 Citations
  • A Meta-Analytic Review of the Association Between Disgust and Prejudice Toward Gay Men

    Mark J. Kiss;Melanie A. Morrison;Todd G. Morrison

    (2020)
    36 Citations
  • Sexual Minority-related Discrimination across the Life Course: Findings from a National Sample of Adults in the United States.

    Cara Exten Rice;Jessica N. Fish;Stephen T. Russell;Stephanie T. Lanza

    (2021)
    36 Citations

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