Foundations of Veterinary Psychiatry
摘要
This chapter introduces and defines the key concepts forming the foundation of this book. The first section explores how behavior can be defined, how it is specifically defined in veterinary psychiatry, and the factors that may influence it. The second section delves into the neurophysiological aspects of behavior by defining the general concepts of emotion, mood, and cognition, along with the notions of temperament and personality. The final section highlights the unique aspects of communication and cognition in the feline species.