The term "positive psychology" refers to
A) a current emphasis in psychology on subjective experience and psychological health.
B) a philosophical position that emphasizes scientific observation.
C) all the empirically verified findings within psychology.
D) political activism in favor of increased funding for psychological research.

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Positive psychology is a current emphasis in psychology that focuses on studying and promoting subjective experiences of well-being and psychological health, rather than just focusing on diagnosing and treating mental illness.

The Term "Positive Psychology" Refers to