Communicating risks more comprehensively using simulated experience
Traditional risk communication emphasizes the probability of possible outcomes but neglects other crucial dimensions of risks. We propose a taxonomy of risk information and illustrate how simulated experience can convey overlooked aspects. We conclude with a research agenda to advance the theory and practice of risk communication across domains.
Institutions
- University of Basel (CH)
- Max Planck Institute for Human Development (DE)
- Department of Biomedicine Basel (CH)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Trends in Cognitive Sciences
- Published
- 2026-02-06
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tics.2025.12.004
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Risk Perception and Management
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 55.57