NDACAN
A national archive providing datasets on child abuse and neglect for secondary analysis by researchers, with support services like mailing lists and workshops.
Overview
What is NDACAN?
The National Data Archive on Child Abuse and Neglect (NDACAN) is a resource established in 1988 that acquires and shares datasets from researchers and national collections to facilitate scholarly exchange and secondary analysis in the child maltreatment field.
What is NDACAN used for?

Top Features
- Dataset access for secondary analysis
- Mailing list and e-newsletter (Updata)
- Summer Research Institute workshops
- Monthly office hours and events
- User support for specific datasets
How to use NDACAN?
Researchers can access datasets through the website, join the mailing list for updates, participate in events like the Summer Research Institute and monthly office hours, and use support services for data analysis and special requests.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- Free access to valuable research data
- Supports scholarly exchange and collaboration
- Provides training and workshops for researchers
- Backed by U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
Cons
- Limited to child abuse and neglect focus
- May require specialized knowledge for data analysis
- Primarily for academic and research use
Use Cases
- Academic research on child maltreatment
- Policy development in child welfare
- Data analysis for government reports
- Training and education in social services
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