Abstract

This study aims to conduct a systematic literature review and bibliometric analysis on creative problem solving (CPS) to assess the evolution of research and identify key trends and contributions in the field. Using the systematic literature review (SLR) methodology and bibliometric analysis, the study focuses on articles discussing CPS in the Scopus database, which has yielded 9,543 publications from 1937 to 2025. Data were analyzed using VOSviewer to visualize trends and collaboration networks. Findings reveal that CPS research is predominantly led by the United States, with key affiliations at the University of Arizona, and the top publication source being Frontiers in Psychology. Research focus is distributed across various fields such as education, psychology, and engineering, with a noticeable increase in publications since 2016. These findings reflect a growing global interest in CPS, in line with the increasing recognition of the importance of creative thinking skills in the 21st century. The dominance of Western countries in publication and research highlights the need to expand research focus to regions such as Asia and Africa. This study contributes to the development of CPS theory by providing a broader overview of gaps in the literature and offering a new methodology for CPS research. Practically, these findings can assist curriculum developers and policymakers in designing interventions aimed at fostering creative skills across various educational and industrial sectors.

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