Psychological Trauma: Theory, Research, Practice, and Policy

Aims & Scope

sychological Trauma: Theory, Research, Practice, and Policy ® publishes empirical research on the psychological effects of trauma.

The journal is intended to be a forum for an interdisciplinary discussion on trauma, blending science, theory, practice, and policy.

The journal publishes empirical research on a wide range of trauma-related topics, including Psychological treatments and effectsPromotion of education about effects of and treatment for traumaAssessment and diagnosis of traumaPathophysiology of trauma reactionsHealth services (delivery of services to trauma populations)Epidemiological studies and risk factor studiesNeuroimaging studiesTrauma and cultural competence The journal publishes articles that use experimental and correlational methods and qualitative analyses, if applicable.

All research reports should reflect methodologically rigorous designs that aim to significantly enhance the field's understanding of trauma.

Such reports should be based on good theoretical foundations and integrate theory and data.

Manuscripts should be of sufficient length to ensure theoretical and methodological competence.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	2.3
2024	2.70

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	1.173

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

h-index

Year	Value
2024	86

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	3697

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	2304

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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 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.

• Traumatic stress in the age of COVID-19: A call to close critical gaps and adapt to new realities.

  Citation: 535

  Authors: Danny, Adam D.

• Loneliness, isolation, and social support factors in post-COVID-19 mental health.

  Citation: 485

  Authors: Leia Y., Tonya Cross, Patrick S.

• Fear of COVID-19 and the mental health consequences in America.

  Citation: 474

  Authors: Kevin M., Casey, Grant

• Psychological adjustment during the global outbreak of COVID-19: A resilience perspective.

  Citation: 311

  Authors: Shuquan, George A.

• Beyond resilience and PTSD: Mapping the heterogeneity of responses to potential trauma.

  Citation: 304

  Authors: George A., Anthony D.

• Posttraumatic growth, meaning in life, and life satisfaction in response to trauma.

  Citation: 291

  Authors: Kelli N., Richard G., Arnie, Lawrence G., Charlie L.

• Inequity and the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on communities of color in the United States: The need for a trauma-informed social justice response.

  Citation: 284

  Authors: Lisa R., Marina, Barbara, Michelle V.

• The effect of the COVID-19 lockdown on parents: A call to adopt urgent measures.

  Citation: 277

  Authors: Lilybeth, Daniela, Cristina, Serena, Paolo, Maria Cristina

• LGBTQ populations: Psychologically vulnerable communities in the COVID-19 pandemic.

  Citation: 271

  Authors: John P., Natasha D., Karina A.

• Treatment initiation and dropout from prolonged exposure and cognitive processing therapy in a VA outpatient clinic.

  Citation: 238

  Authors: Shannon M., Laura A., Michele R., Melissa A.

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