Encyclopedia of Nutritional Psychology

Neural repair refers to the process by which the nervous system, including the brain and spinal cord, regenerates and repairs damaged or injured neural tissue. This process can involve the…

Neuro-Immuno-endocrine signaling mechanism is the complex interaction between the nervous, immune, and endocrine (hormonal) systems. This interaction regulates several physiological processes within MGBA, such as stress response, inflammation, and metabolic…

Neuroactive compounds are substances that can affect or modulate the nervous system's activity, influencing various brain functions such as mood, cognition, and overall brain health. These compounds may include natural…

The changes the brain undergoes to accommodate the presence of a new substance or condition.

These terms refer to the anatomy specific to the central nervous system, which involves the brain’s structures. Neuroanatomy is best understood within the context of brain structures relating to function.

The term neurobiological refers to the study of the biological mechanisms underlying the function and behavior of the nervous system, particularly the brain. It encompasses how neurons, neurotransmitters, hormones, and…

Neurobiological mechanisms are the fundamental processes within the nervous system, including neurons, neurotransmitters, and molecular pathways, that underlie various physiological and psychological functions. They serve as the basis for understanding…

Neurobiology is the study of the structure, function, and mechanisms of the nervous system, which includes the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. It seeks to understand the nervous system's…

A neurocognitive disorder is defined as an acquired decline in cognitive functions caused primarily by a medical disease such as Alzheimer's or cerebrovascular disease rather than a psychiatric cause (Sachdev…

Neurocognitive functions are the cognitive processes associated with specific pathways or systems in the brain.