The document discusses adult neurogenesis, or the generation of new nerve cells in the adult brain. It notes that historically, it was believed nerve cells could not regenerate after development ended. However, research has found that new neurons are generated in the adult hippocampus. Factors like exercise, diet, aging and disease can impact adult neurogenesis levels. Maintaining neurogenesis may help with conditions like mood disorders, memory decline, and neurodegenerative diseases. Further research is needed to better understand neurogenesis and how it relates to mental health and developing future treatments.