Talk about an identity crisis. And what more proof do we need that people can’t become what they’re designed to be without other people.

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Raised by dogs

The story goes that in 1986, Oxana Malaya was 3 years old when her parents, both alcoholics, left her outside. Cold and alone, the toddler took shelter in a shed occupied by several dogs, where she lived until her case was brought to the attention of authorities — some five years later.

Upon her discovery, it was reported that she "walked on all fours," "ate like a dog" and barked at people. Efforts were made to rehabilitate her, but feral-child expert Lyn Fry estimated that Malaya, now 26, has the mental capacity of a 6-year-old. (Search for more about what that means.)

The "Ukrainian dog girl" is now believed to be living in a home for the disabled in Ukraine. (Search for more about her case.)

Stories like this are hard to believe. Yet just last month, another 3-year-old girl, also from Russia, was found living among the family dogs. Her nickname: "Mowgli." (Read an article about her.)

And then there was the story that recently appeared on MSN about a feral child named Dani. (Read the full article here.)