Collection of Research Materials related to Linguistic-Psychological Studies of Genie (pseudonym) 1895-2003, 1970-2003

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Collection of Research Materials related to Linguistic-Psychological Studies of Genie (pseudonym) 1895-2003, 1970-2003

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"Genie" (b. 1957) is the pseudonym of a young girl raised in an abusive and isolated environment until the age of 13. The collection consists of material that chronicles her discovery and the study and rehabilitation efforts of researchers. Items include reports and essays; correspondence; notes; medical records; diagnostic material; legal paperwork such as depositions, summonses, and settlement agreements; pedagogical material; administrative paperwork; Genie's artwork; articles and clippings; photographs and slides; audio-visual videotapes, cassettes, and film; assorted printed material; and ephemera.

74 boxes (37 linear ft.); 2 shoeboxes.; 7 oversize boxes.

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University of California, Los Angeles. Library Special Collections.

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SNAC Resource ID: 6650773

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Genie, 1957-

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Rigler, David

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History "Genie" is the pseudonym of a 13 year old girl who, on November 4, 1970, was admitted to Childrens Hospital Los Angeles as a victim of extreme isolation and deprivation by her immediate family. She was discovered after a Department of Social Services case worker took note of Genie when her mother, who was losing her eyesight, visited Social Services seeking assistance for the blind. Subsequent medical and psychological tests at Childr...

Childrens Hospital of Los Angeles

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