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Behavioral Neurochemistry

Meaning

Behavioral Neurochemistry is the scientific discipline that investigates the chemical basis of all behavioral processes, including mood, motivation, cognition, and emotional regulation. This field examines how neurotransmitters, neuropeptides, hormones, and their receptors influence and mediate complex human and animal actions. It provides a molecular lens through which to understand the physiological underpinnings of psychological states and clinical disorders. The focus is on the dynamic, reciprocal relationship between brain chemistry and observable behavior.