Abstract

This study aimed to identify future research directions for health psychology based on an analysis of papers published in the Korean Journal of Health Psychology and Health Psychology by the APA. By comparing domestic and international studies through their titles and abstracts, it was discovered that domestic research tends to focus more on mental health, whereas international studies adopt a more integrated approach to both physical and mental health. In terms of research topics, both domestic and international studies most frequently examined the relationship between behavior and disease, followed by investigations into treatment and intervention. These findings indicate that the Korean Health Psychology Association should prioritize research that encompasses both mental and physical health, as well as studies that offer policy recommendations and enhance the role of health psychologists. Furthermore, the study recommended that health psychology researchers and societies pay attention to emerging issues such as the reproducibility crisis in psychological research and the implications of generative AI.