Sociological Spectrum

Aims & Scope

Sociological Spectrum publishes papers on theoretical, methodological, quantitative and qualitative research, and applied research in areas of sociology, social psychology, anthropology, and political science.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	1.1
2024	1.90

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.790

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

h-index

Year	Value
2024	47

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	6896

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	159

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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 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.

• DOES “HOVERING” MATTER? HELICOPTER PARENTING AND ITS EFFECT ON WELL-BEING

  Citation: 351

  Authors: Terri, Tom

• PERCEPTIONS OF SEX OFFENDER REGISTRATION: COLLATERAL CONSEQUENCES AND COMMUNITY EXPERIENCES

  Citation: 228

  Authors: Richard, Matthew

• AN EMPIRICAL ASSESSMENT OF THE “THREAT OF VICTIMIZATION:” CONSIDERING FEAR OF CRIME, PERCEIVED RISK, AVOIDANCE, AND DEFENSIVE BEHAVIORS

  Citation: 190

  Authors: Nicole E., David C., Sarah

• EMOTIONAL EXHAUSTION AND TURNOVER INTENTION IN HUMAN SERVICE OCCUPATIONS: THE PROTECTIVE ROLE OF COWORKER SUPPORT

  Citation: 184

  Authors: Lori J., Hannah K., Paul M.

• THE THREAT OF VICTIMIZATION: A THEORETICAL RECONCEPTUALIZATION OF FEAR OF CRIME

  Citation: 159

  Authors: NICOLE E.

• The Gender Gap in Fear: Assessing the Interactive Effects of Gender and Perceived Risk on Fear of Crime

  Citation: 156

  Authors: Lesley Williams, Miriam

• Rebounding from disruptive events: Business recovery following the Northridge earthquake

  Citation: 148

  Authors: James M., Kathleen J.

• THE IMPACT OF INFORMATION AND RISK PERCEPTION ON THE HURRICANE EVACUATION DECISION-MAKING OF GREATER NEW ORLEANS RESIDENTS

  Citation: 131

  Authors: Randolph, DeMond Shondell, Jason D.

• Going Cyber: Using Routine Activities Theory to Predict Cyberbullying Experiences

  Citation: 128

  Authors: Jordana N., Jana L.

• THE EFFECT OF FEAR OF SEXUAL VICTIMIZATION ON ADOLESCENT FEAR OF CRIME

  Citation: 119

  Authors: David C.

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