Scientometric analysis of financial literacy and health of older adults

Abstract Objective to describe the interactions between financial literacy and health in older people, with the aim of identifying trends, gaps and opportunities for future studies. Method A literature review was carried out, collecting data from the Web of Science and Scopus databases, which were analyzed using scientometric techniques, with the support of the Biblioshiny (R) and VOSviewer software. Methods The final sample consisted of 98 articles and eight early access articles, published between 2007 and 2024, with a peak in 2022. Results Publications were predominantly concentrated in the USA, with a focus on clinical studies addressing Alzheimer's, dementia, depression, and financial decision-making, particularly among women. Notable gaps were identified in areas such as financial fraud and mental health, both of which are increasingly relevant given the rise of digital banking and online scams targeting older adults. Conclusion The main interactions identified involve cognitive status, decision-making, vulnerability to fraud, financial inclusion, among others. There is a predominance of publications in the USA, as well as indications of an increase in clinical studies relating the interaction between financial literacy and mental health.