Narrative Sense-Making in the Age of Data: The Fragility of Certainty

This manuscript presents a systematic interdisciplinary review examining how narrative frameworks shape sense-making, engagement, and persuasion in data-rich contexts. Drawing on peer-reviewed studies across psychology, communication, journalism, and organizational research, the review synthesizes evidence on the cognitive benefits and ethical risks of narrative-based data communication. The study follows PRISMA 2020 guidelines and highlights narratives as indispensable yet fragile tools for understanding uncertainty in the age of data.

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Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
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2025-12-23
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17952211
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Public Relations and Crisis Communication
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Narrative Sense-Making in the Age of Data: The Fragility of Certainty

Roshanak kahnavi
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Public Relations and Crisis Communication
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Narrative Sense-Making in the Age of Data: The Fragility of Certainty

Roshanak kahnavi
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This manuscript presents a systematic interdisciplinary review examining how narrative frameworks shape sense-making, engagement, and persuasion in data-rich contexts. Drawing on peer-reviewed studies across psychology, communication, journalism, and organizational research, the review synthesizes evidence on the cognitive benefits and ethical risks of narrative-based data communication. The study follows PRISMA 2020 guidelines and highlights narratives as indispensable yet fragile tools for understanding uncertainty in the age of data.

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