1st Edition

The Psychology of Money

By Adrian Furnham Copyright 2026
184 Pages 10 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

184 Pages 10 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

Does money make you happy? Are you a saver or spender…and why? Is money the most important factor in our work motivation? This lively and informative book addresses these issues and more, delving into questions that get to the heart of how we think about money and how it affects different aspects of our lives. It looks at money in relation to happiness, relationships and our work lives, as well as the psychology behind gambling and addictions. Written in an approachable style by an expert author who has researched psychology and money for over 30 years, the book helps us understand our relationship with money and also includes practical strategies for how we can manage our money better.

Foreword

Chapter 1: Introduction

Chapter 2: Money and Happiness

Chapter 3: Thinking about money

Chapter 4: Money Madness: Money and Mental Health

Chapter 5: Money and the Family

Chapter 6: Money at work

References

Biography

Adrian Furnham is an academic, consultant on organizational behaviour, writer and broadcaster. He has authored 100 books relating to psychology that have been translated into 40 languages. Adrian is particularly adept at communicating complex psychological and business concepts to a wide audience, and has written numerous popular articles for newspapers and magazines.