Debaere, Shamil, Opinion, April Grace R., Allan, Bridie J.M., Rummer, Jodie L., and De Boeck, Gudrun (2024) Bridging the divide in organismal physiology: a case for the integration of behaviour as a physiological process. Journal of Experimental Biology, 227 (22).

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Abstract

The role of behaviour in animal physiology is much debated, with researchers divided between the traditional view that separates physiology and behaviour, and a progressive perspective that sees behaviour as a physiological effector. We advocate for the latter, and in this Commentary, we argue that behaviour is inherently a physiological process. To do so, we outline the physiological basis for behaviour and draw parallels with recognised physiological processes. We also emphasise the importance of precise language that is shared across biological disciplines, as clear communication is foundational in integrating behaviour into physiology. Our goal with this Commentary is to set the stage for a debate and persuade readers of the merits of including behaviour within the domain of animal physiology. We argue that recognising behaviour as a physiological process is crucial for advancing a unified understanding of physiology, especially in the context of anthropogenic impacts.

Item ID:	84802
Item Type:	Article (Research - C1)
ISSN:	1477-9145
Keywords:	Behavioural physiology, Integrative biology, Motivational state, Physiological mechanism
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Copyright Information:	© 2024. Published by The Company of Biologists Ltd.
Date Deposited:	05 Mar 2025 00:00
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