Journal of Addictive Diseases

Aims & Scope

An essential, comprehensive resource covering the full range of addictions research.

Journal of Addictive Diseases provides original research on the vital issues and the clinical skills necessary to ensure effective practice.

The latest research, treatments, and public policy issues in addiction medicine are presented in a fully integrated, multi-specialty perspective.

Top researchers and respected leaders in addiction issues share their knowledge and insights on the most important research and practical applications.

The Journal of Addictive Diseases provides original research and reviews of the latest relevant findings in etiology, epidemiology, and clinical care.

The journal is known for its scholarly commitment to the field, and reflects the highest standards of investigation, clinical practice, medical education, and evaluation of patient care.

The journal presents the material from diverse aspects of the field: basic science, clinical aspects, self-help programs and philosophy, medical training issues, treatment outcome, and treatment evaluation perspectives, to provide the reader with valuable information from a wide range of disciplines.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	1.1
2024	1.60

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.636

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q2

h-index

Year	Value
2024	69

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	9072

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	277

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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

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Medicine 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.

• Retention in medication-assisted treatment for opiate dependence: A systematic review

  Citation: 392

  Authors: Christine, Nicole R., Michael A., Lisa, Christina

• Similarity Between Obesity and Drug Addiction as Assessed by Neurofunctional Imaging

  Citation: 384

  Authors: Gene-Jack, Nora D., Panayotis K., Joanna S.

• Maintenance Medication for Opiate Addiction: The Foundation of Recovery

  Citation: 361

  Authors: Gavin

• Women and Addiction: The Importance of Gender Issues in Substance Abuse Research

  Citation: 292

  Authors: Ellen

• Brain Morphological Changes and Early Marijuana Use

  Citation: 207

  Authors: William, Roy, Timothy, Thomas, R. Edward, James

• Cigarette Smoking and Major Depression

  Citation: 190

  Authors: Lirio S., Alexander H., Fay

• Prescribing Naloxone to Actively Injecting Heroin Users

  Citation: 190

  Authors: Sarz, Dan, Karen, Suzanne

• Alcoholics Anonymous Effectiveness: Faith Meets Science

  Citation: 187

  Authors: Lee Ann

• Prevalence of Internet-based addictive behaviors during COVID-19 pandemic: a systematic review

  Citation: 177

  Authors: Nassim, Hadi

• Comorbid Cigarette and Alcohol Addiction

  Citation: 168

  Authors: Norman S., Mark S.

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