neurochemical

[ noor-oh-kem-i-kuhl, nyoor- ]

adjective

1. of or relating to neurochemistry.
2. (of a drug or other substance) affecting the nervous system.

noun

1. a drug or other substance that affects the nervous system.

Word History and Origins

Origin of neurochemical¹

First recorded in 1945–50; neuro- + chemical

Example Sentences

The neurochemicals in our brains affect how much pain we feel in our backs and how fast our hearts beat.

From Outside Online

For all of us, these neurochemicals make us more attuned to the signals we use to understand each other’s behavior.

From Nautilus

As their name suggests, SSRIs target the neurochemical serotonin, increasing its levels in synapses.

From MIT Technology Review

Methamphetamine use disorder also causes structural and neurochemical changes in the brain that can lead to severe health consequences or death.

From Axios

The neurochemical serotonin is responsible for mood regulation, and it’s also a precursor to immune system function.

From Nautilus