Coming of age and awakening to spiritual consciousness through rites of passage

New Dir Youth Dev. 2008 Summer;2008(118):97-100, 9. doi: 10.1002/yd.261.

Abstract

A contemporary American form of the ancient idea of rites of passage can guide young people toward deeper meaning and strengthen their sense of identity and connection to the community.

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adolescent Development*
  • Age Factors
  • Awareness*
  • Child
  • Child Development*
  • Consciousness*
  • Curriculum
  • Humans
  • Residence Characteristics*
  • Social Change*
  • Spirituality*