1. Improve the citation rate: Self-citation refers to the author quoting his previously published research results when writing a paper. This way can improve the citation rate of the paper, thus improving the influence and academic value of the paper.
2. Enhance the credibility of the paper: Self-citation can enhance the credibility of the paper. Because the author has a deep understanding of his previous research results, when quoting his own research results, he can describe the research content and results more accurately, thus improving the credibility of the paper.
3. Show the research progress: Self-citation can show the author's research progress. By quoting his previous research results, the author can show his research ideas and methods, as well as the problems and solutions encountered in the research process, so that readers can better understand the author's research work.
4. Increase the repeatability of the paper: self-citation may increase the repeatability of the paper. If the author cites his own research results too frequently, it may lead to the repetition of the contents of the paper, thus reducing the academic value of the paper.
5. Influence academic evaluation: Self-citation may affect academic evaluation. Some academic journals and evaluation institutions may make negative comments on over-quoted papers, thinking that such papers lack innovation and academic value.
6. It may lead to academic misconduct: If the author intentionally over-quotes himself or his research results without actually reading, this behavior may be regarded as academic misconduct and damage the author's academic reputation.