Which term describes the scientific study of optimal human functioning aiming to promote strengths and virtues enabling thriving?

• A. Sociology
• B. Anthropology
• C. Positive psychology
• D. Clinical psychology

Answer: (C)

This describes positive psychology, the scientific study of optimal human functioning aimed at promoting strengths and virtues that help people thrive. Researchers in this field explore what contributes to well-being—happiness, meaning, engagement, resilience, gratitude, and strong relationships—and develop practices to cultivate these qualities in daily life. It’s about thriving and using personal strengths to improve life, not just addressing problems. By contrast, sociology examines groups and social structures, anthropology studies cultures and human development across time, and clinical psychology focuses on diagnosing and treating mental illness.