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Title: Mapping the Landscape of Solution-Focused Brief Therapy: A Bibliometric Analysis.
Authors: Fernandez, Janet Ann (AUTHOR), Fernandez, Joyce Ann (AUTHOR)
Source: American Journal of Family Therapy. Mar2026, Vol. 54 Issue 2, p119-141. 23p.
Subjects: Health services accessibility, Family psychotherapy, Research funding, Mental health services, Data mining, Brief psychotherapy, Group psychotherapy, Descriptive statistics, Social case work, Experimental design, Bibliometrics, Health education
Geographic Terms: United States, United Kingdom
Abstract: This paper explores the evolution of Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) using bibliometric analysis. The findings revealed 458 key publications from Scopus. The paper discusses the influential authors, leading journals, prominent institutions, and noteworthy countries involved in SFBT research. This analysis highlights the global reach of SFBT, particularly its adoption across diverse cultures and settings and its application in various domains such as mental health, education, social work, and organizational development. In addition to providing valuable insights into the trajectory of SFBT, this paper offers a roadmap for future studies and continued growth in the field. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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