Trend Analysis of Women's Psychological Well-Being in Higher Education

Wilmer Londoño-Celis^1*Jerí Ramón Ruffner²Ada Gallegos²Martha Benjumea-Arias³Erica Agudelo-Ceballos³Ezequiel Martínez-Rojas⁴Natalia Builes-Cuartas⁵Alejandro Valencia-Arias^1,4

• ¹Universidad Ricardo Palma, Lima, Peru
• ²National University of San Marcos, Lima, Lima, Peru
• ³Metropolitan Institute of Technology, Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia
• ⁴Arturo Prat University, Iquique, Chile
• ⁵Marco Fidel Suárez University Institution, Bello, Antioquia, Colombia

The analysis of trends in the psychological well-being of women in higher education has emerged as a critical area of study in contemporary academia. This field, which combines an interdisciplinary approach from psychology, education, and public health, seeks to understand the factors influencing the psychological well-being of women in the academic sphere. This article presents a bibliometric study based on the PRISMA-2020 statement, which provides a systematic framework for reviewing and analyzing the existing literature. The results identify impactful references and productivity concerning journals, authors, and countries, and analyze thematic evolution and keyword networks, highlighting their validity and frequency. The discussion focuses on classifying keywords according to their function and analyzing thematic gaps in the literature. Finally, a research agenda is proposed that addresses the priority areas identified for future investigations. This study has significant practical implications for improving the psychological well-being of women in higher education, providing a foundation for the development of more effective and relevant intervention programs and university policies. The identification of thematic clusters and emerging keywords underscores the need for evidence-based interventions and interdisciplinary collaboration to address mental health challenges. Additionally, this study informs health professionals and government policymakers about the specific needs of female university students, essential for creating healthier and more supportive academic environments.