A psychologist argues that researchers have learned a great deal about the origins, diagnosis, and treatment of mental illness but relatively little about the origins and nurturance of mental wellness, or how normal individuals find fulfillment under benign conditions. This psychologist is most likely a ________ psychologist.
A) positive
B) Gestalt
C) cognitive
D) humanistic

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Positive psychologists focus on the study of positive experiences, traits, and institutions that help individuals and communities thrive. This includes research on mental wellness and the factors that contribute to fulfilling lives, which aligns with the concerns expressed by the psychologist in the statement.

A Psychologist Argues That Researchers Have Learned a Great Deal