Bibliometric Evaluation of Psychology Journals in Scimago: Impact And Scientific Visibility

Introduction: This study aims to analyze psychology journals indexed in the 2023 Scimago Journal Rank (SJR) to understand their impact and scientific visibility. Methodology: A descriptive and analytical approach was employed based on secondary data collected from the SJR database. The main metrics considered include the SJR index, quartile ranking, and impact factors. Dynamic tables, visualizations, and advanced statistical analyses such as correlations were used for the analysis. Results: The results indicate a growing diversification in the field of psychology, with a notable increase in interdisciplinary and open-access journals. While high-impact journals remain dominant, there is significant growth in emerging journals with rising SJR indices. The internationalization of psychology research is evident, with broader global representation. A strong correlation between citation rates and academic impact highlights the importance of visibility and accessibility. Conclusion: The study provides a comprehensive view of the editorial landscape in psychology and suggests future research directions, such as evaluating the impact of emerging journals and tracking the evolution of trends in international publications.