Yes, brain cells can grow again, at least in certain areas of the brain.
While it was previously believed that the brain couldn't regenerate new cells, research has revealed this isn't entirely true. Specifically, the hippocampus, a brain region crucial for learning and memory, continues to produce new brain cells throughout a person's lifespan.
Adult Neurogenesis: New Brain Cell Growth
This process of generating new neurons in adulthood is called adult neurogenesis. The research highlights that:
- Hippocampus: The hippocampus is a key area where adult neurogenesis occurs. This means that new neurons are continuously being created in this region.
This ongoing creation of new brain cells in the hippocampus has significant implications for brain plasticity, learning, memory, and potentially even mood regulation.
