Behavioral Neuroscience

Behavioral neuroscience is the study of the biological basis of behavior and mental processes. It encompasses the study of the neurological, developmental, molecular and genetic influences on behavior. Behavioral neuroscience is used to understand the relationship between behavior, the brain and the nervous system, and to identify which neurological and genetic factors may contribute to various behavioral disorders. It also aids in the development of treatments for behavioral problems such as depression, anxiety, autism and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). With the advancement of neuroscience research, behavioral neuroscience improves our understanding of how the brain and nervous system works, how behavior is modulated by biological and environmental factors, and how to develop better treatments for neurological and psychiatric disorders.