Addictive Behaviors

Aims & Scope

Addictive Behaviors is an international peer-reviewed journal publishing high quality human research on addictive behaviors and disorders since 1975.

The journal accepts submissions of full-length papers and short communications on substance-related addictions such as the abuse of alcohol, drugs and nicotine, and behavioral addictions involving gambling and technology.

We primarily publish behavioral and psychosocial research but our articles span the fields of psychology, sociology, psychiatry, epidemiology, social policy, medicine, pharmacology and neuroscience.

While theoretical orientations are diverse, the emphasis of the journal is primarily empirical.

That is, sound experimental design combined with valid, reliable assessment and evaluation procedures are a requisite for acceptance.

However, innovative and empirically oriented case studies that might encourage new lines of inquiry are accepted as well.

Studies that clearly contribute to current knowledge of etiology, prevention, social policy or treatment are given priority.

Scholarly commentaries on topical issues, systematic reviews, and mini reviews are encouraged.

We especially welcome multimedia papers that incorporate video or audio components to better display methodology or findings.

Studies can also be submitted to Addictive Behaviors? companion title, the open access journal Addictive Behaviors Reports, which has a particular interest in 'non-traditional', innovative and empirically-oriented research such as negative/null data papers, replication studies, case reports on novel treatments, and cross-cultural research.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	3.6
2024	3.70

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	1.638

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	2059

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	4349

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science
• Medline
• Embase

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Medicine, Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics and Psychology, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• The drug abuse screening test

  Citation: 2355

  Authors: Harvey A.

• The assessment of binge eating severity among obese persons

  Citation: 1577

  Authors: Jim, Sionag, Sandy, David

• Measuring degree of physical dependence to tobacco smoking with reference to individualization of treatment

  Citation: 1545

  Authors: Karl-Olov

• The relationship between addictive use of social media, narcissism, and self-esteem: Findings from a large national survey

  Citation: 881

  Authors: Cecilie Schou, Ståle, Mark D.

• Diffusion of preventive innovations

  Citation: 690

  Authors: Everett M

• Review of risk and protective factors of substance use and problem use in emerging adulthood

  Citation: 628

  Authors: Andrea L., Linda G., Alice M., Richard F.

• Relapse situations and self-efficacy: An integrative model

  Citation: 606

  Authors: Wayne F., Carlo C., Joseph S., James O.

• Adverse childhood experiences and personal alcohol abuse as an adult

  Citation: 596

  Authors: Shanta R, Robert F, Vincent J, Valerie J, Janet B

• The relationship between social desirability bias and self-reports of health, substance use, and social network factors among urban substance users in Baltimore, Maryland

  Citation: 567

  Authors: Carl A., Catie, Melissa A., Karin E.

• Examination of a short English version of the UPPS-P Impulsive Behavior Scale

  Citation: 543

  Authors: Melissa A., Andrew K., Scott, Kenny A.

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