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Advancements in Health Promotion within Schools: A Scoping Review and Bibliometric Analysis (2018–2023)

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Purpose of the Review: School-aged children experience significant academic, social, and physiological transformations. Acquiring skills and adopting healthy lifestyles during this period is vital for their development and success. Collection and Analysis of Data: This review comprises two phases: A bibliometric analysis to map global trends in school health promotion research, followed by a scoping review focused on India, which explores various research themes and identifies gaps. Results showed that global interest in school health promotion is rising, as evidenced by the bibliometric analysis. Five principal themes emerged from the content analysis: (a) Mental health and capacity building, (b) substance abuse prevention, (c) lifestyle, hygiene, and preventive education, (d) menstrual health, and (e) oral health. Conclusion: There is a pressing need for further research in India, particularly concerning mental health and capacity building in children, as well as oral health management strategies.

Source: Journal of Indian Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health

DOI: 10.1177/09731342251367979

Authors: Anujyoti Sonowal, Alaka Omprakash Chandak, Manesh Muraleedharan

Institution: Symbiosis International University

Language: English

Topic: School Health and Nursing Education

Subfield: Speech and Hearing

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Quality education

Open Access status: hybrid

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