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behavioral

[bih-heyv-yer-uhl] / bɪˈheɪv yər əl /
ADJECTIVE
concerned with manner of behaving
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Meanwhile, California has poured billions into behavioral services in recent years.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

Kevin can now string together words and has improved understanding between him and family members after years of behavioral and speech therapy supported by Applied Behavioral Analysis, the science of learning and behavior.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

"Further evidence is necessary before they can be implemented in clinical practice. Should future large-scale or randomized controlled trials validate this relationship, incorporating simple behavioral assessments could become a valuable component in optimizing treatment strategies."

From Science Daily • May 7, 2026

Treated mice also performed better in behavioral tests.

From Science Daily • May 4, 2026

“You see there,” said Professor Cumulus, a behavioral specialist—“that twitch. He’s lying.”

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer



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