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neurochemical
[ noor-oh-kem-i-kuhl, nyoor- ]
adjective
- of or relating to neurochemistry.
- (of a drug or other substance) affecting the nervous system.
noun
- a drug or other substance that affects the nervous system.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of neurochemical1
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Example Sentences
The neurochemicals in our brains affect how much pain we feel in our backs and how fast our hearts beat.
For all of us, these neurochemicals make us more attuned to the signals we use to understand each other’s behavior.
As their name suggests, SSRIs target the neurochemical serotonin, increasing its levels in synapses.
Methamphetamine use disorder also causes structural and neurochemical changes in the brain that can lead to severe health consequences or death.
The neurochemical serotonin is responsible for mood regulation, and it’s also a precursor to immune system function.
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