Define the Term "Ethnocentrism," Explain How It Relates to Native

question 54

Essay

Define the term "ethnocentrism," explain how it relates to Native American use of peyote in religious ceremonies, and the explore decision in the Employment Division v. Smith case.

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Definitions:

Heuristic Overbias

The tendency to over-rely on heuristic approaches when making decisions, often at the expense of more accurate or rational methods.

Self-serving Attribution

A common bias where individuals attribute their successes to internal or personal factors and their failures to external or situational factors.

Physical Appearance

The outward look or aspects of objects or persons, including bodily shape, features, and attributes.

Person Perception

The process of forming impressions and making judgments about other people, including their traits, intentions, and behaviors.