When she was in fifth grade, Raina Telgemeier began experiencing upset stomachs any time someone was sick near her...or when she thought too much about certain types of food...or when she had to get up in front of her class for a presentation. Her parents took her to the doctor, but they couldn't find anything physically wrong with her — turns out that her upset stomach was a symptom of her anxiety, which she began to fight with the help of a therapist.
In her trademark approachable way, Telgemeier uses her own experiences to create a narrative that is familiar and relatable to everyone who has ever felt stressed out or afraid. She also normalizes therapy for kids, which is super awesome. Ms. Telgemeier, never stop doing the amazing things you do!
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