In 2024, the forecasted share of corresponding/leading authors in psychiatric mental health publications in Germany stands at 84.75%. From 2023 to 2024, this metric has slightly increased from its prior level, indicating a modest upward trend. However, projections from 2024 to 2028 show a gradual decline, with values decreasing from 84.75% to 84.65%, marking a minor negative shift of 0.10 over five years. The year-on-year variation is minimal, indicating stability with an average compound annual growth rate showing virtually no change.
Future trends to watch include shifts in collaborative research practices, potential increases in multi-author publications, and changes in academic policies that could influence authorship conventions. Monitoring these factors will be essential for understanding their impact on the authorship landscape in this field.
