Journal of Homosexuality

Aims & Scope

The Journal of Homosexuality is an internationally acclaimed, peer-reviewed publication devoted to publishing a wide variety of disciplinary and interdisciplinary scholarship to foster a thorough understanding of the complexities, nuances, and the multifaceted aspects of sexuality and gender.

The chief aim of the journal is to publish thought-provoking scholarship by researchers, community activists, and scholars who employ a range of research methodologies and who offer a variety of perspectives to continue shaping knowledge production in the arenas of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender (LGBT) studies and queer studies.

The Journal of Homosexuality is committed to offering substantive, accessible reading to researchers and general readers alike in the hope of: spurring additional research, offering ideas to integrate into educational programs at schools, colleges & universities, or community-based organizations, and manifesting activism against sexual and gender prejudice (e.g., homophobia, biphobia and transphobia), including the promotion of sexual and gender justice.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	2
2024	2.40

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	1.060

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

h-index

Year	Value
2024	95

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	4403

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	1527

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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, Psychology and Social Sciences, 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.

• Homosexual Identity Formation:

  Citation: 1387

  Authors: Vivienne C.

• Suicide and Suicide Risk in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Populations: Review and Recommendations

  Citation: 828

  Authors: Ann P., Mickey, Vickie M., Robin M., Susan D., Anthony R., Morton M., Prudence W., Tonda, Margaret, Stephen T., Effie, Jerry, David A., Ellen, Randall L., Gary, Judith, Annette L., Gregory K., Gary M., Mark S., Robert, Mason S., Amber, Paula J.

• Attempted Suicide Among Transgender Persons

  Citation: 714

  Authors: Kristen, Rani, Mitchell

• Gender Violence

  Citation: 572

  Authors: Emilia L., Riki Anne, Dana, Diana

• The Formation of Homosexual Identities

  Citation: 462

  Authors: Dr. Richard R.

• Transgender Youth

  Citation: 447

  Authors: Arnold H., Anthony R.

• A Strategy for the Measurement of Homophobia

  Citation: 435

  Authors: Walter W., Wendell A.

• Sexual Orientation:

  Citation: 361

  Authors: Fritz, Barry, Timothy J.

• Development and Validation of a Scale Measuring Modern Prejudice Toward Gay Men and Lesbian Women

  Citation: 349

  Authors: Melanie A., Todd G.

• Beyond "Homophobia":

  Citation: 341

  Authors: Gregory M.

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