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205 gap statements mined from Health and Well-being Studies papers in our 7.9M-paper local library, which holds 1,980 papers on the topic — drawn mostly from each paper's own stated research gap, future-work, challenge and limitation notes, and its abstract. The ones listed below are a selection still marked open; each names the study that raised it, with a DOI link where the paper has one.

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  • Future studies could investigate the causal relationships between family functioning, psychological well-being, and emotional intelligence. Longitudinal studies could be conducted to examine the long-term effects of family functioning on adolescent development. The study proposes future practical applications, such as programmes aimed at improving psychological well-being.

    The Role of Family Functionality and Its Relationship with Psychological Well-Being and Emotional Intelligence in High School Students · 2024 · DOI

  • The study identifies a gap in understanding the relationship between family functionality, psychological well-being, and emotional intelligence. It also aims to examine gender disparities and differences based on family functioning.

    The Role of Family Functionality and Its Relationship with Psychological Well-Being and Emotional Intelligence in High School Students · 2024 · DOI

  • Symptoms such as vaginal dryness, reduced desire, and discomfort with intimacy may remain underreported because sexuality is often treated as a private and sensitive subject.

    Quality of life and associated factors among naturally postmenopausal women in Arar Saudi Arabia · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a lack of research on mental health in medical students. Prior studies have not used standardized psychodiagnostic methods to assess mental health.

    COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS OF MENTAL HEALTH IN MEDICAL STUDENTS USING MEASURES OF PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING, PERCEIVED STRESS AND EMOTION REGULATION · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a scarcity of local studies exploring how Pakistani nursing students manage academic stress. Most research on this topic has been conducted in Western countries.

    ASSESSMENT OF ACADEMIC STRESS COPING STRATEGIES AMONG NURSING STUDENTS IN PRIVATE NURSING INSTITUTES OF KARACHI, PAKISTAN · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research should focus on developing supportive relationships, educational programs available for mental health, and flexible policies. Further studies should investigate the impact of academic stress on students' physical health.

    ACADEMIC STRESS IN THE EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENT AND ITS IMPACT ON STUDENTS' PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING · 2026 · DOI

  • The gap in the current research is the lack of understanding of the impact of academic stress on students' psychological well-being. The paper aims to fill this gap by studying academic stress and its consequences.

    ACADEMIC STRESS IN THE EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENT AND ITS IMPACT ON STUDENTS' PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING · 2026 · DOI

  • Longitudinal studies should be further explored along with the consideration of diverse populations. Further exploration of the positive consequences of academic stress is needed.

    TITLE: ACADEMIC STRESS AND ITS EFFECT ON UNIVERSITY STUDENTS' ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE · 2026 · DOI

  • The study had a limited sample size. The study was conducted at a single university. The analysis of social aptitudes is complex and may not be generalizable to all populations.

    Association between social skills and academic stress among first-year undergraduate medical students · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a lack of research on the association between academic stress and social skills among first-year undergraduate medical students. Prior studies have focused on the prevalence of stress among medical students, but not on the relationship between stress and social skills.

    Association between social skills and academic stress among first-year undergraduate medical students · 2026 · DOI

  • Future researchers should compare the involvement of Islamic principles in care for older people across different Muslim-majority countries and Muslim-minority communities worldwide. This can highlight variations and commonalities in practices and help identify culturally relevant care strategies.

    Exploring the Contributions of Islamic Beliefs and Practices to the Physical and Mental Health of Older People: A Systematic Literature Review · 2026 · DOI

  • The study has a cross-sectional design, which may not capture longitudinal effects. The study suggests that future research should consider conducting longitudinal studies.

    Autonomy, Sociocultural Reform and Depression Among Saudi Women: Moderating Effects of Driving Status, Age, Marital Status and Social Support in The Post-2018 Era · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need to investigate the impact of socioeconomic status and mental health history on depression among Saudi women. The study identifies a gap in understanding how gendered autonomy and social relations shape women’s mental health.

    Autonomy, Sociocultural Reform and Depression Among Saudi Women: Moderating Effects of Driving Status, Age, Marital Status and Social Support in The Post-2018 Era · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need to validate the Persian version of the SASS-14 scale. There is a lack of studies on the psychometric properties of the SASS-14 in Iranian society.

    Psychometric Properties of the Persian Version of Self-care Activities Screening Scale: A Validation Study · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research should explore how various dimensions of academic performance − including grades and overall success − interact with mental health outcomes to elucidate potential causal pathways. Notably, the impact of preferred learning styles on academic achievement and self-regulation remains insufficiently understood.

    Exploring the relationship between mental health and metacognition among medical students: Implications for educational practice · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need to estimate the prevalence of loneliness amongst medical students. There is a need to identify factors associated with loneliness among medical students.

    The prevalence of loneliness amongst medical students a systematic review and meta-analysis · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper aims to address this gap by discussing the concept of quality of life and its assessment.

    Psixi sağlamlıq və həyat keyfiyyəti · 2026 · DOI

  • The sample size is limited to 121 respondents. The study only examines students of two Ukrainian higher education institutions.

    CLINICAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL FEATURES OF DEPRESSIVE STATES IN STUDENT YOUTH: DIAGNOSIS AND SOCIAL-PEDAGOGICAL SUPPORT · 2026 · DOI

  • The study highlights the need for further research to examine the current, fully post-pandemic state of students' physical activity and stress levels.

    Stress levels, physical activity, and their relationship in medical students after the COVID-19 pandemic: A single-center cross-sectional study · 2026 · DOI

  • The prevalence and associated factors of overactive bladder, anxiety, and depression among MS patients in Saudi Arabia are not well understood. There is a need for a study that investigates these conditions among MS patients in the Saudi Arabian context.

    Prevalence of and Factors Associated with Overactive Bladder, Anxiety, and Depression Among Patients with Multiple Sclerosis: A Cross-Sectional Study in Saudi Arabia · 2026 · DOI

  • While no studies have examined the reproductive pressure experienced by nurses, similar studies have been conducted with different groups. However, nurses’ reports of low levels of reproductive pressure may not reflect the true situation, as they may have underreported pressure owing to social stigma and concerns about professional image.

    DETERMINING THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN REPRODUCTIVE PRESSURE AND SELF-ESTEEM IN NURSES · 2026 · DOI

  • As for the limitations of this study, the first refers to the period in which the data were collected, from January to March 2021, a phase in which the COVID-19 pan- 20 Campos et al. Another limitation refers to the sample, which may not be representative of the Brazilian population of PGP professors.

    Anxiety, sleep quality and associated variables of Brazilian postgraduate professors in Dentistry during COVID-19 pandemic · 2026 · DOI

  • The study faced challenges in recruiting participants and collecting data due to the limited number of patients with DMD in Saudi Arabia. The study had to adapt to the cultural and linguistic context of Saudi Arabia, using validated Arabic-language instruments.

    Examining the emotional impact and financial strain on caregivers of those with Duchenne muscular dystrophy in Saudi Arabia: findings from a questionnaire-based cross-sectional study · 2026 · DOI

  • Limited investigation into the benefits of moderate stress. Limited longitudinal studies have been conducted, focusing more on immediate implications rather than the long-term effect.

    TITLE: ACADEMIC STRESS AND ITS EFFECT ON UNIVERSITY STUDENTS' ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE · 2026 · DOI

  • The study may have been limited by the use of a cross-sectional design, which may not capture the longitudinal relationships between the variables of interest.

    Prevalence of and Factors Associated with Overactive Bladder, Anxiety, and Depression Among Patients with Multiple Sclerosis: A Cross-Sectional Study in Saudi Arabia · 2026 · DOI

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Open questions raised by papers listed on this page include: (1) There is a lack of research on mental health in medical students (“COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS OF MENTAL HEALTH IN MEDICAL STUDENTS USING MEASURES OF…”, 2026); (2) There is a scarcity of local studies exploring how Pakistani nursing students manage academic stress (“ASSESSMENT OF ACADEMIC STRESS COPING STRATEGIES AMONG NURSING STUDENTS IN…”, 2026); (3) Future research should focus on developing supportive relationships, educational programs available for mental health, and flexible policies (“ACADEMIC STRESS IN THE EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENT AND ITS IMPACT ON STUDENTS'…”, 2026); (4) Further exploration of the positive consequences of academic stress is needed (“TITLE: ACADEMIC STRESS AND ITS EFFECT ON UNIVERSITY STUDENTS' ACADEMIC…”, 2026); (5) There is a lack of research on the association between academic stress and social skills among first-year undergraduate medical students (“Association between social skills and academic stress among first-year…”, 2026). 205 gap statements have been mined from Health and Well-being Studies papers in our 7.9M-paper local library, which holds 1,980 papers on the topic; the gaps come from whichever of those papers state one. They are mostly the research gaps the authors state and the papers' abstracts, plus future-work, limitations and challenges passages. The ones listed below are a selection still marked open; each names the study that raised it, with a DOI link where the paper has one, so you can read the original claim in context.

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