@article{ref1,
title="On Norms: A Typology with Discussion",
journal="American journal of economics and sociology",
year="2011",
author="Interis, Matthew",
volume="70",
number="2",
pages="424-438",
abstract="There is a lack of consensus in the literature, spanning multiple fields, on what exactly a norm is and furthermore on the characteristics differentiating types of norms. This paper provides definitions and a simple typology of norms with a focus on useful, objective distinctions. It is hoped that such a typology will add to the scientific rigor of communication, modeling, and clarity of thought on norms within economics and possibly other disciplines. The viability of &quot;more complete&quot; typologies, which often suffer from a lack of clear criteria for differentiating types of norms, is questioned. Two main properties of a norm are emphasized: (1) whether or not the behavior is simply what is done or whether it is what one should do, and (2) the source of sanctions for violating a norm, whether oneself, others, both or neither.<p />",
language="",
issn="0002-9246",
doi="10.1111/j.1536-7150.2011.00778.x",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1536-7150.2011.00778.x"
}