Behavioral neuroscience is a multidisciplinary field that studies the biological basis of behavior, focusing on the neural mechanisms of the brain. This field encompasses a wide range of disciplines, including cognitive neuroscience, neuropsychology, and psychobiology. Other synonyms for behavioral neuroscience include biological psychology, biopsychology, and psychophysiology. These terms refer to the study of the physiological and biological components of behavior, including the relationship between the brain, behavior, and mental functioning. Behavioral neuroscience is a rapidly growing field that has significant implications for our understanding of human behavior and is being applied to fields such as neuropsychiatric disorders, neurodegenerative diseases, and health psychology.