‘Chronically online’ Gen Z turning to these hacks to fight brain rot, reduce social media usage

‘Chronically online’ Gen Z turning to these hacks to fight brain rot, reduce social media usage

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Is Gen Z finally logging off? Over the past few years, several studies have confirmed that Gen Z consumes more social media content than any other generation. But some youngsters … Read more

Innovative, ‘truly inclusive’ app improves dating for disabled and chronically ill people

Innovative, ‘truly inclusive’ app improves dating for disabled and chronically ill people

NEW YORK — In her early 20s, Kaci LaFon lived in Branson, Missouri, a tourist town known for its older population. She wanted to date but found it a challenge, so — like many her age — she headed to the apps. Over five years, she’d get a date here and there, but they always petered out. … Read more

Chronically lonely older adults face a higher risk of stroke: Harvard study

Chronically lonely older adults face a higher risk of stroke: Harvard study

Older adults who experience chronic loneliness face a 56% higher risk of stroke than those who are not lonely, according to a new study from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy called attention last year to a nationwide loneliness and social isolation epidemic, warning that a lack of social connection increases … Read more

Sex has unique health benefits for chronically stressed moms, study finds

Sex has unique health benefits for chronically stressed moms, study finds

Stressed-out moms are getting new orders from the love doctor. A new study revealed that sex can help mothers of young children stave off the damaging effects of stress, particularly metabolic disorders. In moms of kids with autism spectrum disorder, the findings showed that those who regularly engaged in sexual activity showed higher levels of … Read more

Medical marijuana restores quality of life for chronically ill: study

Medical marijuana restores quality of life for chronically ill: study

A new study out of Australia suggests medical marijuana can improve the quality of life for those who suffer chronic health issues. The research, published Wednesday in the journal PLOS One, found that medical cannabis not only improved quality of life in the first three months of use, but also helped ease anxiety, depression and … Read more

People using an alarm clock are ‘chronically tired’: study

People using an alarm clock are ‘chronically tired’: study

If you’re hitting the snooze button in the mornings, it might be because you’re chronically tired. A study published in the journal Sleep suggests that those who use an alarm clock to wake up are more tired than those who wake up naturally. It’s the “first time” snoozing was “studied in a large population, according … Read more