Michael Norton

Michael B. Norton is an American social psychologist and professor at Harvard Business School. His research examines how people think and behave in domains such as consumer behavior, happiness, and morality, often focusing on the psychological forces that shape everyday choices. Norton has published widely in academic journals and writes for broader audiences about the practical implications of behavioral science. He is the coauthor (with Elizabeth Dunn and Daniel Gilbert) of *Happy Money: The Science of Happier Spending*, which draws on research to explain how spending decisions can influence well-being. Through teaching and scholarship, he contributes to understanding the links between money, meaning, and human judgment.