Research Guides: SW 601: Research Methods in Social Work (UNH Durham): Background Information

Selected Specialized Encyclopedias

Encyclopedia of Social Work This link opens in a new window
Core reference tool for social workers on a wide range of topics. Revised and new articles are added monthly
Encyclopedia of Interpersonal Violence This link opens in a new window
Covers all aspects of the problem of interpersonal violence

Statistical Abstract of the US This link opens in a new window
Is a comprehensive summary of statistics on the social, political, and economic organization of the US. Dates of coverage: 2013-current
Statistical Insight This link opens in a new window
Comprehensive access to statistical information from federal agencies, research organizations, international organizations, commercial publishers and associations. Provides abstracts of statistical publications and links to the full-text for selected publications.

New Hampshire Community Profiles
Information on the 234 incorporated cities and towns in NH. Data presented here comes from a variety of sources, including community response, published reports, and maps.
KIDS COUNT Data Center
Access hundreds of measures of child well-being - by state or across states. Create maps, line graphs, and rankings.
American FactFinder
Source for population, housing, economic, and geographic data (US Census)