The total number of 10% top-cited scientific publications in Psychiatry and Mental Health in India is forecasted to follow a steady upward trajectory from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the baseline stood at 36 publications. The year-on-year growth rates from 2024 to 2028 demonstrate a consistent increase, with approximately 12.9% growth in 2025, 11.4% in 2026, 10.2% in 2027, and 9.2% in 2028. Over this five-year period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is projected at 10.59%.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Increased focus on collaborative research and multi-institutional studies, which could further enhance citation impact.
- The role of innovative methodologies and digital technologies in advancing psychiatric research.
- Potential policy changes that encourage more funding and publication in high-impact journals.
