The Connection Between Post WWII American Eugenics and the Birth of Genetic Counseling

Tracing Eugenics to Genetic Counseling

Discover the connections between post World War II eugenicists and the founders of genetic counseling.

See the Network
Sheldon Reed, well known pioneer in the field of genetic counseling, who was also a public eugenicist.

The Story

Learn how the end of World War II and the horrors that came with it affected the language around eugenics, although the ideas didn’t necessarily change.

Historical Background

My Stance in Scholarship

This project takes a strong stance against outdated language and certain ideas in scholarship. Click below to learn about my perspective on these topics.

Perspectives