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

A 2021 report from the state of California linked artificial food dyes to hyperactivity and other neurobehavioral effects in children.

From Salon • May 1, 2025

Bastain and her colleagues write their study is the first they are aware of that examines the link between prenatal fluoride exposure and neurobehavioral outcomes in children in the United States.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2024

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