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A longitudinal study of the impact of domestic violence victims in South Africa ethical principles for the following study
1. Define Deceiving Subjects and intext reference it

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**Deceiving Subjects in Research**

Deceiving subjects in research refers to the practice of withholding information or providing false information to participants about the true purpose or nature of a study. This can occur when researchers believe that revealing the full details of the study might influence the participants' behavior or responses, potentially compromising the integrity of the data collected. In research involving sensitive topics, such as domestic violence, deception can be particularly contentious, as it may undermine the trust between researchers and participants, and conflict with ethical principles such as informed consent and respect for persons.

Informed consent is a fundamental ethical principle that requires participants to be fully aware of what participation involves, including any potential risks or benefits. Deceiving participants can violate this principle, although researchers may argue that, in certain cases, a limited amount of deception may be justified if it is necessary to achieve the research goals and if adequate debriefing is provided afterward (American Psychological Association, 2020).

**Reference:**
American Psychological Association. (2020). *Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association* (7th ed.). Washington, D.C.: Author.

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