New Jersey resident’s second Tourette Syndrome book addresses issues children with the disorder can face

Weehawken’s Theresa Borrelli is an adult with Tourette who has written “Why Is Jamie Different?” to discuss TS and issues such as bullying, ADD, ADHD and anxiety. WEEHAWKEN – When it comes to children, Theresa Borrelli is especially motivated when it comes to Tourette Syndrome awareness and advocacy. Borelli is

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Brother-sister combo aiming to make NJ Walks For TS at Ramapo rock

Brother of walk organizer AnnaKatharine Miehe, William, is part of a band that will play at the April 14 event. MAHWAH – When Ramapo College senior AnnaKatharine Miehe began planning the inaugural NJ Walks For TS at Ramapo College for her senior project, she knew some form of entertainment would

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“Best weekend of the year” returns as registration for 9th annual Family Retreat Weekend opens

PORT MURRAY – The New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome & Associated Disorders’ (NJCTS) yearly Family Retreat Weekend has been a source of fun, inspiration, learning and encouragement to individuals with TS and their families for nearly a decade. Many memories have been made, and we’re ready to make some

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Do you or someone in your family have Tourette? Join the team contributing DNA toward a cure for TS!

Yale University’s Dr. Robert King will interview individuals and families interested in participating in the genetics sharing program March 14-15 and April 11-12 at Rutgers. PISCATAWAY – Would you like to see more people working on a cure for Tourette Syndrome? How about research on medications specifically for TS? Now

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Tim Howard connection nets NJ Center for Tourette series of donations from North Brunswick High School

Students and faculty of soccer superstar’s alma mater have set a goal of raising $5,000 – $2,300 of which already has been collected – to benefit the programs and services of NJCTS. NORTH BRUNSWICK – Each year, the Student Government Organization at North Brunswick High School chooses a charity for

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New Jersey Congressman Rush Holt co-sponsors CARE for Tourette Syndrome Act of 2013

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome & Associated Disorders (NJCTS) is proud to announce that Congressman Rush Holt (D-NJ12) has signed on as a co-sponsor of the Collaborative Academic Research Efforts (CARE) for Tourette Syndrome Act of 2013. The legislation, originally introduced by Congressman Albio Sires

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Risks of treating Tourette Syndrome and tics medically a hot topic with UMDNJ health-care professionals

 Dr. Tolga Taneli and teen advocate Grace Hawruk addressed this subject and more during a Patient-Centered Medical Education grand rounds presentation January 25. NEWARK – Tics are repeated involuntary movements and vocal sounds. They are a big part of the daily routine of the 1 in 100 children diagnosed with

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NJCTS Wednesday Webinar series kicks off 2013 slate by offering food choices that can maximize performance

Presented by Certified Nutritional Consultant Stephanie Goodman, the webinar on February 27 will focus on healthy diets and lifestyles for children with Tourette Syndrome, ADHD and autism. Are you confused about all of the conflicting information out there regarding nutrition? Not sure what to feed your kids? Certified nutritional consultant

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