Research
Research is a powerful tool in preventing child abuse and neglect. The aim of our research is to improve the health and well-being of children and families across the country.
Research informs all the work we do at Prevent Child Abuse America. Our team of experts work across all departments to ensure that our prevention strategies are guided by the best available data and evidence. They also translate research findings for practice and policy audiences, elevating lessons learned from the field and advancing knowledge of what works, and support our network of state chapters through grants to study innovation in child abuse prevention.
Additionally, our research team leads projects that enhance our signature home visiting program, Healthy Families America (HFA). Currently, they are working to strengthen organizational capacity to collect, analyze, and drive continuous quality improvement across the HFA model.
Social Norms 101
In this research review, Dr. Bart Klika, our Chief Research & Strategy Officer, introduces the concept of social norms and the social ecological model.
Selected Research
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Economic Burden of Known Child Maltreatment Cases in 2018 by State
This study provides social work and other advocates with state-level estimates of the economic burden of child maltreatment and facilitates the interpretation of the findings to be used in advocacy efforts.
Research Reviews
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COVID-19 Resources
Review COVID-19 resources developed by Doris Duke Fellows and members of PCA America’s chapter network with an emphasis on information to help parents and caregivers, and programs and professionals.
Resources From the Doris Duke Fellows
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Emerging Science on Corporal Punishment
This review examines the American Academy of Pediatrics policy statement on corporal punishment and two research studies; one looking at bans on corporal punishment and the other looking at No Hit Zones.
Research Reviews
Our Team of Research Experts
