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Jamie Grace Talks on Instagram About Her Battle with Tourette Syndrome

Jamie Grace (photo cred: Instagram/Jamie Grace) Contemporary Christian artist and songwriter Jamie Grace has been battling Tourette syndrome for the last 20 years. Grace, who is 28 years old, said in an Instagram post that the condition can be annoying sometimes but but has made her stronger. The Grammy-nominated singer shared her post in honor of Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month which started yesterday and continues until June 15th. Tourette syndrome is a neurological disorder that is characterized by uncontrollable movements or tics. Movements can include things like involuntarily yelling, blinking, or hand gestures. Grace said that having Tourette syndrome is normal to her. She said, " This might sound a bit crazy, (cause...me, lol) but Tourette syndrome kind of feels as 'normal' to me as having skin. The "It's a Beautiful Day" singer admitted that she doesn't feel completely comfortable when out in public and dealing with the tics. She is ...