A Scientometric Analysis of Wellbeing Research in the Construction Industry

Victor Samwinga (), Sambo Zulu and Toyin Ebenezer Adeyemi
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Victor Samwinga: Department of Architecture & Built Environment, Northumbria University, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8ST, UK
Sambo Zulu: School of Built Environment, Engineering, and Computing, Leeds Beckett University, Northern Terrace, City Campus, Leeds LS2 8AG, UK
Toyin Ebenezer Adeyemi: Department of Architecture & Built Environment, Northumbria University, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8ST, UK

Sustainability, 2023, vol. 15, issue 24, 1-24

Abstract: The significance of wellbeing in the construction industry has increased due to the high frequency of accidents. However, the existing research fails to comprehensively address the various aspects of wellbeing. To address this gap, we conducted a literature review on wellbeing in the construction industry and carried out a trend analysis of its multiple dimensions. A systematic review of 162 peer-reviewed journal articles was performed using scientometric analysis and qualitative trend analysis techniques. The results indicated that the discussion on wellbeing in the construction industry tends to overlook its multifaceted nature. Prominent publication outlets were identified, with a focus on environmental and physical wellbeing, while recognising notable contributions in the field of mental wellbeing and the limited contributions to other dimensions of wellbeing. This study offers valuable insights for both researchers and industry practitioners. Researchers can identify priority areas for future research based on the identified gaps, while construction companies can gain awareness of the potential relevance of wellbeing in the industry. This study contributes to the existing knowledge on wellbeing in the construction industry by analysing its various dimensions and providing research directions. It serves as a reference point for interpreting findings and offers guidance for future research endeavours.

Keywords: construction industry; qualitative techniques; scientometric; trend analysis; wellbeing (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O13 Q Q0 Q2 Q3 Q5 Q56 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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