Mapping Global Research Trends on Reflective Practice and Student Mental Health in Education: A Bibliometric Analysis (2015-2025) Hikmawati Risa1*, Yurniwati2, Nina Nurhasanah3
Basic Education, UNJ, Jakarta, Indonesia
Abstract
Student mental health has become a growing concern in education, highlighting the need for pedagogical approaches that support students^ psychological wellbeing. Reflective practice is recognized as a key component of effective teaching- however, research integrating reflective practice and student mental health remains limited. This study aims to map global research trends using a bibliometric approach. Data were retrieved from the Scopus database for publications from 2015 to 2025, yielding 207 documents. The results show a fluctuating but increasing trend, with a notable rise after 2020 and a peak in 2025. The analysis identifies four major research clusters, with dominant themes including reflective practice, wellbeing, resilience, and social-emotional learning. A shift from clinically oriented research toward educational and wellbeing-focused approaches is observed. However, the integration between reflective practice and specific student mental health outcomes remains limited. This study provides a comprehensive overview of the research landscape and offers directions for future research to strengthen the role of reflective practice in supporting student mental health.
