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Characteristics and trends in acceptance and commitment therapy research: A bibliometric analysis
Zhihong Li1, Wenru Shang1,2, Caiyun Wang1,3
1Evidence-Based Medicine Center, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, Gansu, China.
Frontiers in Psychology
|December 1, 2022
Summary
This study maps the global research network for Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Key trends include curative mechanisms and technology-assisted interventions for psychological conditions.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Behavioral Science
- Clinical Psychology
Background:
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is gaining prominence.
- A comprehensive assessment of ACT research trends and collaborations is needed.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically map the global collaborative network of ACT research.
- To analyze the trajectory, key themes, and future directions in ACT research.
Main Methods:
- Bibliometric analysis of 799 articles from the Web of Science Core Collection (pre-2022).
- Utilized VOSviewer and CiteSpace for network, trend, and citation burst analysis.
- Examined publication trends, author cooperation, keyword co-occurrences, and influential works.
Main Results:
- Significant publication growth in ACT research since 2015.
- The United States, Karolinska Institute, Utah State University, and King's College of London are key contributors.
- Identified curative mechanisms and technology-assisted therapies as emerging research trends.
Conclusions:
- This review provides the first systematic evidence map of ACT research.
- Offers insights into the current knowledge structure and identifies future research avenues.
- Highlights the growing importance of ACT in psychological interventions.
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