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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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: 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
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
A California toddler is the first person in the world to receive gene therapy to treat his devastating disease. Three-year-old Oliver Chu was born with a rare, genetic condition called Hunter syndrome. Also known as mucopolysaccharidosis type II (MPS II), Hunter syndrome is a disorder where the body cannot break down specific sugar molecules. As … Read more
Emma Heming Willis is opening up about one of the toughest calls she’s had to make while caring for husband Bruce Willis — and the therapy she says she needed to prepare for it. The retired actor, 70, was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD) in 2023, a disease that has stripped away much of his … Read more
Shilpa Gajarawala struggled with hot flashes, night sweats, sleep problems and brain fog. But given her history of breast cancer, treating these menopausal symptoms with hormone therapy wasn’t an option. “For two years, I tried to kind of power through,” said the 58-year-old physician assistant from Jacksonville, Florida. But doctors say women like Gajarawala don’t need to suffer. Here … Read more
This trip might just be worth taking. New research suggests that microdosing a popular psychedelic may provide relief for people struggling with major depressive disorder. That’s noteworthy, since traditional antidepressants can be slow to work, cause side effects and fail to help many patients. Major depressive disorder is one of the most common mental illnesses … Read more
Hilaria Baldwin isn’t afraid to speak up on the importance of marital counseling. The 41-year-old yoga enthusiast confessed she sought professional help with husband Alec Baldwin, 67, to better understand their 26-year age gap. “I don’t believe that age is just a number, at least in our situation,” Hilaria said on Caroline Stanbury’s podcast, “Uncut and … Read more
Two-thirds of Americans who’ve shared their mental health struggles said the person they turned to wasn’t able to help them cope. When life gets overwhelming, nearly half of Americans do what comes naturally: they turn to friends and family for support, a poll of 2,000 adults found. However, 32 percent didn’t get the outcome they … Read more
Aussie global pop star Dean Lewis has apologized for the “incredible mess” and hurt he’s caused after several women went viral on TikTok with allegations of inappropriate behavior. In a lengthy statement posted to Instagram, Lewis said he would undergo “intense therapy” to “dramatically shift my approach to dating, relationships and showing greater care to … Read more
Everybody knows Famous Amos cookies — the simple, crispy, delicious sweet treats you’ve been buying in little bags from vending machines, or from Costco in bulk if you’re a super fan, for as long as you can remember. Fewer people could tell you much about the man behind the phenomenon, who lived a wildly colorful, dizzyingly … Read more