The Evolution of Knowledge: A Bibliometric Exploration of Research Trend in Polyvictimization and Adolescent Mental Health

The bibliometric study analyzes the progression of global research on polyvictimization from 2005 to 2023, focusing on its impact on adolescent mental health. Polyvictimization, a term introduced by Finkelhor in 2005, encompasses multiple victimization from such as sexual abuse, bullying, and witnessing violence, which cumulatively impact on individual’s well-being. This study employs a bibliometric approach to dissect the research landscape, identifying pivotal authors, institutions, and countries that have significantly contributed to the discourse. We mapped publication trends, citation metrics, and co-authorship networks to reveal a growing academic interest and an interconnected global research community with the United States as a central hub. The results indicate an increased recognition of polyvictimization’s mental health implications, particularly during critical developmental periods in youth. This comprehensive review serves as a vital resource for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners, offering insights into past developments and guiding future research trajectories in understanding and mitigating the effects of polyvictimization.

Polyvictimization, Victimization, Trauma, Bibliometric

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