Well-Being in Individuals with Alzheimer’s Disease: A Bibliometric Analysis

Abstract

This study maps the development of research on well-being in individuals with Alzheimer’s disease through a bibliometric analysis. As a neurodegenerative disorder, Alzheimer’s not only affects cognitive functions but also the quality of life of patients and their caregivers. Data were retrieved from the Scopus database for the period 2000–2024, yielding a total of 1,636 documents, of which 316 articles were selected for analysis using bibliometric software. The findings indicate a growing trend of publications, with a peak in 2021, and highlight key themes such as social support, mental health, and psychological stress. Author and institutional analysis identified Linda Clare and Catherine Quinn as major contributors, while collaboration patterns remain concentrated in Europe and North America. The limited involvement of researchers from Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, suggests that the literature does not yet fully capture diverse cultural perspectives. This study provides a comprehensive overview of the research trajectory on well-being in Alzheimer’s disease while underscoring geographical disparities. Practically, the findings may serve as a foundation for developing culturally contextualized family- and community-based interventions, as well as informing health and psychology practitioners in designing multidisciplinary approaches to improve the quality of life of Alzheimer’s patients and their caregivers.