neurobehavioral

American  

[noor-oh-bi-heyv-yer-uhl, nyoor-] / ˌnʊər oʊ bɪˈheɪv yər əl, ˌnyʊər- /

adjective

1. of or relating to an approach to studying behavior that stresses the importance of nerve and brain function.

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Etymology

Origin of neurobehavioral

neuro- + behavioral ( def. )

Example Sentences

"Evidence on chronic high consumption from fortified foods and long-term neurobehavioral outcomes is still sparse. Moderation, clear labelling, and attention to total daily exposure remain prudent," advises Begdache.

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

Elevated prenatal exposure to fluoride was associated with increased risk of neurobehavioral problems in 3-year-olds, according to a study of children in Los Angeles.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 6, 2025

Cumberland, located about a half-hour’s drive, east of Richmond, treats children and young adults with complex medical needs, including chronic illnesses, brain injuries and neurobehavioral disorders.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 22, 2024

P-tau in the frontal lobe was associated with some neurobehavioral symptoms, like the reduced ability to control impulses and self-monitor behavior, but overall there was a higher correlation between cognition than neurobehavior.

From Science Daily • Feb. 7, 2024

Hundreds of peer-reviewed papers have since substantiated the association between maternal stress during pregnancy and the risk for neurobehavioral or mental health problems in the children they will bear.

From Salon • Dec. 5, 2021