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The National Incidence Study (NIS)
The National Incidence Study (NIS) is a congressionally mandated, periodic research effort to assess the incidence of child abuse and neglect in the United States. Information is provided in the following categories:
Documents Related to NIS-4
NIS-4
The NIS-4 website provides a description of the upcoming study, frequently asked questions, a schedule of activities and contact information.
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Documents Related to NIS-3
Third National Incidence Study of Child Abuse and Neglect
The Third National Incidence Study of Child Abuse and Neglect Reports data from a representative sample of more than 5,600 professionals from 42 counties in the United States. The analysis examined the number of children harmed by abuse and neglect, child characteristics, family characteristics, perpetrator characteristics, report sources and CPS investigation. Significant increases were found in the number of abused and neglected children who were harmed, and at risk of harm, since the previous study in 1986. Girls were more at risk for sexual abuse, while boys experienced higher rates of emotional abuse and serious injury. At-risk families included single ...
Executive Summary of the Third National Incidence Study of Child Abuse and Neglect
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Sedlak, Broadhurst |
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1996 - 24 pages |
This report presents a synopsis of the background and objectives of the Third National Incidence Study of Child Abuse and Neglect (NIS-3), its design and methods, and its key findings. The NIS-3 findings are based on a nationally representative sample of over 5,600 professionals in 42 counties. NIS-3 used the harm and endangered standards to provide insights into the incidence and distribution of child maltreatment and into changes in incidence since the previous study. Results indicate that the incidence of child abuse has increased since the last incidence study was conducted in 1986, the total number of abused and neglected ...
Related Publications for NIS-3
Documents in Information Gateway library related to NIS-3, including history, follow-up reports and appendices.
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Documents Related to NIS-2
Related Publications for NIS-2
Documents in Information Gateway library related to NIS-2, including history, reports to Congress and supplementary analyses.
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Documents Related to NIS-1
Related Publications for NIS-1
Documents in Information Gateway library related to NIS-1, including history, parent survey, and statement of work.
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National Data Archive on Child Abuse and Neglect (NDACAN)
National Data Archive on Child Abuse and Neglect (NDACAN)
The National Data Archive on Child Abuse and Neglect (NDACAN) facilitates the secondary analysis of research data relevant to the study of child abuse and neglect. Datasets from the first three National Incidence Studies are available from NDACAN to approved researchers. Technical assistance with analysis of the data and other resources are also available.
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