Social Media Short Video Addiction for the Elderly: A Bibliometric Analysis

Recent years have seen the popularity of short-form video apps increase.This behavior is yet to be fully explored.This study focused on a bibliometric analysis conducted to scrutinize the existing literature concerning addiction behavior to short videos, with a particular emphasis on its prevalence among the elderly population.A three-step process guided the study: temporal trends in scholarly publications, countries contributing significantly to the discourse, and prevailing research topics in this area.The Web of Science (WOS) database was searched comprehensively and yielded 181 articles relevant to this research between 2012 and 2023.According to the data, the amount of publications has steadily increased, experiencing a marked increase post-2014, and China has been identified as the most prominent contributor with 35 publications.A highlighted frequency analysis revealed that the majority of the research has concentrated on adolescent addiction.However, terms like "short video problematic use" and "excessive use" have begun to gain prominence in the scholarly discussion as of 2023.This research offers valuable insights into the evolving landscape of short-video addiction, identifying key contributors, hotspots, and future directions.By emphasizing the unexplored impact on the elderly, the study not only enriches the existing literature but also provides crucial information for policymakers and researchers seeking a comprehensive understanding of short-video addiction's implications across different demographic groups.