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Post date: Oct 20, 2009 4:46:42 AM
Weehawken resident Theresa Borrelli’s new book, “Why is Jamie Different?” isn’t exactly autobiographical, but it is certainly relatable to the author’s own childhood, as well as the childhoods of thousands of young people around the world living with Tourette Syndrome. Borelli, who has suffered from the disease since she was 8, said that growing up different from other children inspired her to write the book, which chronicles the struggles of Jamie, who has the syndrome, as she tries to make friends despite her verbal tics. (With Tourette Syndrome, tics can include blinking, fidgeting, and in extreme cases, uncontrollable outbursts.
Read more: Hudson Reporter - Acceptance and accomplishment author takes on Tourette Syndrome
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