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Positive Psychology

Positive psychology is a relatively new branch of psychology that studies the strengths and virtues that enable individuals to thrive. Psychology has been criticized by Martin Seligman as focusing on mental illness rather than addressing mental "wellness". In his book, Authentic Happiness: Using the New Positive Psychology to Realize Your Potential for Lasting Fulfillment, Seligman pioneers a new approach, providing a scientific method to the study of human happiness, thus balancing the predominantly negative discipline of psychology with a positive side.