Societal Changes: Rite of Passage and Its Impact on the Transition Into Adulthood

Rites of Passage
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Rites of passage.
Just like any other change, societal changes are inevitable. the societal changes involved in the transition from childhood to adulthood have changed as a result of globalization, urbanization, technology, and change in family structure. The old indigenous rites of passage practices are being replaced by contemporary rites of passage such as circumcision, attaining a driving license, and marriage. Even though many families believe in traditional cultures, today youth are better because of the changes in the rites of passage. This is because youths can agree with situations compared to the past where the decision was made for them. For instance, in the contemporary world, men have the right and freedom to agree to accept or decline circumcision based on their feeling. traditionally, all men needed to be circumcised, whether they agree to it or not when they attain a particular age.<...