Scott Haltzman (born 1960) is an American psychiatrist and author who specializes in the study of marriage and romantic relationships. He earned his medical degree (M.D.) from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and completed a psychiatry residency at Massachusetts General Hospital, which is affiliated with Harvard Medical School.
Haltzman is known for several popular nonfiction books that present research‑based advice on marital happiness and fidelity, including:
- The Secrets of Happily Married Men (2006)
- The Secrets of Happily Married Women (2009)
- The Secrets of Surviving Infidelity (2013)
These works combine clinical observations, surveys, and existing psychological research to outline behavioral patterns associated with marital satisfaction and strategies for coping with relationship challenges. Haltzman's publications have been featured in mainstream media outlets such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and USA Today, and he has appeared on television programs to discuss his findings.
In addition to his writing, Haltzman has practiced as a psychiatrist, focusing on adult mental health and relationship counseling. He has served as an adjunct clinical professor at Harvard Medical School, where he has contributed to teaching on psychiatric and marital topics.
His contributions have been recognized within the fields of psychiatry and relationship counseling for translating scientific research into accessible guidance for the general public.
