How is an animal's internal life (i.e., its physiology and anatomy) integrated with its behavior? Sensory systems provide information from outside the animal that, when integrated, shape behavior.

A handful of neurons in the vagus nerve control breathing in a fine-tuned but powerful way, scientists have discovered in mice. Among these sensory neurons, two types are dedicated to two specific ...

Operationally define challenging behaviors. Challenging behaviors should be defined in terms that are specific, observable, and measureable (i.e., one can see and count the behaviors). Be specific ...