According to functionalism,the purpose of the human mind is

A) something we may never fully understand.
B) to overcome unconscious,animalistic desires.
C) to help preserve human life over time.
D) related to human happiness and fulfillment.

Functionalism, in psychology, suggests that mental states and processes have functional roles, particularly in aiding survival and adaptation. This perspective emphasizes how mental activities contribute to an organism's interaction with its environment, thus helping to preserve life over time.