Narrative studies (narrative psychology) is an interdisciplinary academic field dedicated to understanding the pervasive role of narrative in human psychological functioning. It investigates the cognitive, emotional, and social processes by which individuals construct, comprehend, remember, and employ stories to structure experience, forge personal and collective identities, make sense of the world, and communicate meaning. Drawing on insights from narrative theory, psychology, memory research, and psycholinguistics, this field analyzes the form, content, and function of narratives across diverse contexts, including personal life, literature, history, and cultural productions, examining their impact on thought, behavior, and well-being.