Improving Child and Adolescent Mental Health: A Bibliometric Analysis of Related Intervention Studies

Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2024 Nov 27;21(12):1576. doi: 10.3390/ijerph21121576.

Abstract

In response to the increase in adolescent mental health problems, related intervention research has flourished. This study examined 2258 mental health intervention studies captured by the Web of Science, focusing on their distribution, interdisciplinary collaboration, and emerging trends, using bibliometric analysis. Our findings revealed a rise in studies and enhanced collaboration across disciplines, with studies from the United States, Australia, and the United Kingdom showing high academic output, intellectual impact, and strong scientific partnerships. However, there is a noticeable Western-centrism in the research. Identifying current trends and key areas of focus offers valuable insights for future practices in child and adolescent mental health.

Keywords: bibliometric analysis; child and adolescent mental health; knowledge production; mental health intervention.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adolescent Health
  • Bibliometrics*
  • Child
  • Humans
  • Mental Disorders / epidemiology
  • Mental Health*