Research Status and Trends in Chinese Psychology and Artificial Intelligence from 2015 to 2024: A CiteSpace Analysis

Abstract

Objective To explore the current status and trends in the integrated development of psychology and artificial intelligence in China. Methods: Relevant literature from China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI) and Web of Science (WOS) core datasets was selected. CiteSpace 6.1.R2 software was used to conduct a visualization analysis of literature over the past decade. Results: (1) Chinese literature focuses on the specific applications of technology in education and mental health, while foreign literature concentrates more on diverse fields such as technological models, affective computing, and educational innovation. (2) Research has evolved from initial technical exploration to deeper application-level studies, particularly in mental health screening, personalized education, and examining technology’s socio-psychological impacts. Conclusion: China’s interdisciplinary research in psychology and AI has moved beyond its nascent stage and is accelerating disciplinary integration. However, barriers between disciplines persist, with current research predominantly AI-driven and psychology-supplemented.