Exclusive | ‘Nervous system reset’ vacations promise calm with ‘nerve toning,’ massages, and neurofeedback therapy

Exclusive | ‘Nervous system reset’ vacations promise calm with ‘nerve toning,’ massages, and neurofeedback therapy

In a post-pandemic world filled with war, a contentious political climate and social media doomscrolling, it’s safe to say that nerves are collectively shot. You could throw away your phone and hide. Or, you could go on a nervous system vacation. At some hotels, amenities include not only plush digs and a glittering pool but … Read more

I tested Megelin red light therapy for 30 days — I (and my body) have thoughts

I tested  Megelin red light therapy for 30 days — I (and my body) have thoughts

New York Post may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. I’ve reached a delightful era of my life wherein I’m regularly arrested by my lower back for the crime of working at a desk. My face has begun to resemble a topographical map of … Read more

Exclusive | Are you a ‘love bomber’ or a gaslighting narcissist? Experts weigh in on the toxicity of weaponizing therapy speak

Exclusive | Are you a ‘love bomber’ or a gaslighting narcissist? Experts weigh in on the toxicity of weaponizing therapy speak

Going to therapy for your mental health is a great idea. Using therapy talk in everyday conversations? Not so much. Terms like “narcissist,” “love bomber,” “trigger,” and “gaslighting” that were once only used among the four walls of a shrink’s office have increasingly made their way into everyday conversation, flipping clinically-recognized diagnoses and concepts into … Read more

Doctor separates fact from fiction on cold plunges and red light therapy

Doctor separates fact from fiction on cold plunges and red light therapy

Fox & Friends has officially launched Wellness Week, a dedicated series aimed at navigating the world of social media health trends. “The internet is jam-packed with millions of these trends that are promising you a healthier, younger and more energized life. But it’s hard to tell what’s a real hack or just hype,” said host Kayleigh … Read more

Exclusive | People are doing ‘rage workouts’ to blow through their anger — and fuel their fitness

Exclusive | People are doing ‘rage workouts’ to blow through their anger — and fuel their fitness

Ever get so mad you could just… run a mile? Anger can be fiery fuel for a serious sweat session — and that exercise, in turn, can help blow off some steam, culminating in both a serotonin rush and a freeing release of tension. That’s the idea behind rage workouts, which fans say do double … Read more

Autism breakthrough? New therapy may improve social communication skills in just days

Autism breakthrough? New therapy may improve social communication skills in just days

A new autism therapy may be on the way — and it’s got everyone talking. Researchers in China have developed a brain stimulation technique that’s showing early promise in improving social communication skills among children with autism. That could be significant, given that for many on the spectrum, communication and language challenges are some of … Read more

FDA OKs ‘life-changing’ gene therapy for hearing loss — and it’s free

FDA OKs ‘life-changing’ gene therapy for hearing loss — and it’s free

You might like the sound of this news. In a landmark move, the Food and Drug Administration on Thursday approved the first gene therapy for a rare, inherited form of hearing loss. And while these treatments often come with million-dollar price tags, Regeneron — the maker of Otarmeni — said it will be free for … Read more

Angry all the time in your 40s? It could be ‘perimenopause rage’

Angry all the time in your 40s? It could be ‘perimenopause rage’

Hit your 40s and suddenly find yourself seeing red over slow walkers, dishes in the sink or even your partner’s breathing? Blame it on the change. “It is not just ‘being moody,’ and it is not a personality flaw,” Dr. Michelle Sands, a licensed naturopathic physician who specializes in women’s hormone health, told The Post. … Read more

Men are turning to AI for therapy — but there are sneaky risks to it

Men are turning to AI for therapy — but there are sneaky risks to it

Why scream into the void when you can talk to the machine? These days, tech-obsessed folks are turning to artificial intelligence for just about everything — job hunting, romance, shopping, and, of course, therapy. While speaking to a human therapist has become more normalized for all, new research suggests that men would rather turn to … Read more

Exclusive | I was diagnosed with Stage 3 rectal cancer at 26 — a new therapy wiped it out in 4 months

Exclusive | I was diagnosed with Stage 3 rectal cancer at 26 — a new therapy wiped it out in 4 months

After getting engaged, the only words journalist Mrinali Dhembla expected to hear were “I do.” Instead, she was told, “You have cancer.” “When I first heard the words, ‘You have cancer,’ I was obviously very shaken because when you’re in your 20s, you just think that a little disturbance in your bowels isn’t a big … Read more

The ‘24-hour rule’ is saving relationships — but experts say it won’t work unless couples take this first step

The ‘24-hour rule’ is saving relationships — but experts say it won’t work unless couples take this first step

There’s a statute of limitations on gripes with your partner. That’s the logic behind the viral “24-hour rule,” a helpful strategy that halts enduring fights and could save a spiralling relationship. The idea? Bring up to your partner whatever they did to upset you within 24 hours — or forever hold your peace. Many on … Read more

Exclusive | Dog owners are pushing red-light therapy on pups to make them live longer — but experts say it’s not a ticket to eternal life

Exclusive | Dog owners are pushing red-light therapy on pups to make them live longer — but experts say it’s not a ticket to eternal life

In an era where obsessed pet owners are bringing their fur babies on lavish vacations and spending $50,000 to clone them for an everlasting bond, it’s no surprise that people will do whatever it takes to keep their pups around for as long as possible. The latest head-scratching pooch trend? Exposing furry friends to expensive … Read more

5 crazy skincare treatments you forgot about, from the ‘bird poop facial’ to ‘sheep placenta’ therapy

5 crazy skincare treatments you forgot about, from the ‘bird poop facial’ to ‘sheep placenta’ therapy

Sometimes the fountain of youth pours the putrid. In search of younger-looking skin, humans have turned to all manner of questionable treatments, from bodily fluids to animal guts. Here’s a rundown of a few of the more bizarre methods for turning back the clock. A powdered bird poop facial, or what the Japanese call uguisu no … Read more

FDA panel recommends testosterone therapy be more accessible to men, knocks ‘outdated’ restrictions

FDA panel recommends testosterone therapy be more accessible to men, knocks ‘outdated’ restrictions

This is T-rrific news for some men. Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) has been historically difficult to get because it requires proof of consistently low testosterone levels along with symptoms like fatigue, low libido or erectile dysfunction that’s not just from aging. Now, a US Food and Drug Administration panel is recommending loosening testosterone restrictions by declassifying these … Read more

80% spike in bookings for treatment used by ‘Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ star, Prince Harry and Miley Cyrus

80% spike in bookings for treatment used by ‘Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ star, Prince Harry and Miley Cyrus

This might be the eye-deal way to tackle old trauma. New data from Zocdoc reveals that there has been an 80% increase in the number of US women booking appointments for a unique form of therapy hyped by A-listers. “Love it. Saved my life,” Miley Cyrus told The New York Times in May.  Pop icon … Read more

What is stem cell therapy? Kylie Jenner reveals treatment for chronic back pain she had to fly to Mexico for

What is stem cell therapy? Kylie Jenner reveals treatment for chronic back pain she had to fly to Mexico for

Kylie Jenner is the latest A-lister hopping on the stem cell therapy bandwagon. The 28-year-old mom of two revealed that she recently underwent the procedure in the hopes of easing the “bad chronic back pain” that’s plagued her for three years, since giving birth to son Aire. “Nothing I tried seemed to help,” Kylie wrote … Read more

Exclusive | ‘Survivor 49’s Jawan Pitts reveals he’s in ‘therapy’ over black players’ eliminations: ‘Why did that happen?’

Exclusive | ‘Survivor 49’s Jawan Pitts reveals he’s in ‘therapy’ over black players’ eliminations: ‘Why did that happen?’

Jawan Pitts is still reeling from his experience on “Survivor 49.” The 28-year-old video editor became the fourth black player voted off in a row during Wednesday night’s episode — which he’s still processing months after filming ended. “First off, it was a topic of discussion out there,” Pitts exclusively told The Post on Monday. … Read more

New ‘off-the-shelf’ pancreatic cancer therapy able to hunt down tumors — even after they spread: study

New ‘off-the-shelf’ pancreatic cancer therapy able to hunt down tumors — even after they spread: study

Scientists at UCLA have developed an “off-the-shelf” cell-based immunotherapy that was able to track down and kill pancreatic cancer cells even after they had spread to other organs. In a mouse study, the treatment slowed cancer growth, extended survival and remained effective even within the harsh environment of solid tumors. “Even when the cancer tries to evade … Read more

Dear Abby: I’m trapped in an abusive marriage and falling for my high school ex

Dear Abby: I’m trapped in an abusive marriage and falling for my high school ex

DEAR ABBY: My son is 27. He has had some problems recently that were so serious I reached out to his father. His father and I were teenagers when we had him, so the last time we spoke was 18 years ago. Our relationship was really toxic, which is why we split when we were … Read more

Relaxing activity just as good as therapy for chronic insomnia: study

Relaxing activity just as good as therapy for chronic insomnia: study

Exhausted trying to get better sleep? You’re not alone if you experience chronic insomnia — about 12% of adults have trouble falling asleep, staying asleep or returning to sleep after waking up at night. While many try cutting down on caffeine or working out to fall asleep, new research has found that one specific activity … Read more