Bibliometric Analysis Of Research Trends In Positive Youth Development Through Sport

Abstract

This research aims to understand publication trends related to Positive Youth Development Through Sport using bibliometric analysis. A total of 117  articles published between 2014 and 2024 were obtained from the Scopus database using the keywords “Positive Youth Development” AND “Sport.” VOSviewer software was used to visualize keyword co-occurrence networks and research clusters. The analysis reveals fluctuating publication trends, with a notable peak in 2022. The United States emerged as the leading contributor in terms of publication output, while the most cited article appeared in the International Review of Sport and Exercise Psychology with 395 citations. Cluster analysis identified five key topics closely related to PYD, including adolescent development, psychological development, physical well-being, child development, and life skills. These findings reflect a shift in research from general sport participation to a deeper focus on the role of sport in enhancing various aspects of youth development. This study provides a comprehensive overview of the research landscape on PYD through sport and highlights the importance of integrating related topics in future research to address emerging issues in youth development more effectively.

Keywords: Positive Youth Development, sport, bibliometric analysis