November 07, 2012 COMING UP ON “ROCK CENTER WITH BRIAN WILLIAMS” THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 8 AT 10P/9C
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Ann Curry catches up with some of those hardest hit by super storm Sandy -- families on Staten Island – as more serious weather approaches. Phyllis Puglia and her husband lost their home and are still looking for family treasures, while Iraq war vet Pedro Correa – who lost his home and rode out the storm on a neighbor’s roof – tries to make a new home for his wife Jennifer and their children.

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Kate Snow interviews Andrew Solomon, author of the new book, “Far From the Tree.” Solomon spent eleven years delving into the question: how do parents love children who are different than they are? He spoke with 300 families facing such conditions as autism, deafness, Down Syndrome, and even those whose children committed terrible crimes, including Sue and Tom Klebold. Their son Dylan, took part in the Columbine massacre.

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Dr. Nancy Snyderman takes an in depth looks at internet addiction and the controversy of whether or not it is a legitimate mental health diagnosis.

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If you think America doesn’t make anything anymore, think again. Manufacturing in the U.S. has been a bright spot in the economic recovery and over the last decade has grown significantly. Harry Smith reports.

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Brian Williams wraps up the broadcast with a look back at what has people talking … in case you missed it. From this week’s news to some of the quirky stuff online, it will be worth talking about tomorrow. #ROCKBOTTOM

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David Corvo is the senior executive producer, Alexandra Wallace is the executive producer and Brian Williams is the anchor and managing editor of “Rock Center with Brian Williams” (Thursdays at 10p/9c). Follow us at RockCenterNBC.com, facebook.com/RockCenterNBC and @RockCenterNBC.