behavior

behavior definition - medical

be·hav·ior (bĭ-hāvˈyər)

noun
  1. The actions or reactions of persons or things in response to external or internal stimuli.
  2. The manner in which one behaves.

Related Forms:

  • be·havˈior·al adjective

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