Adolescence is frequently characterized by a transformation of an adolescent's understanding of the world, the rational direction towards a life course, and the active seeking of new ideas rather than the unquestioning acceptance of adult authority. An adolescent begins to develop a unique belief system through his or her interaction with social, familial, and cultural environments. While organized religion is not necessarily a part of every adolescent's life experience, youth are still held responsible for forming a set of beliefs about themselves, the world around them, and whatever higher powers they may or may not believe in. This process is often accompanied or aided by <answer>cultural traditions that intend to provide a meaningful transition to adulthood</answer> through a ceremony, ritual, confirmation, or rite of passage.
Ceremonies, rituals, and confirmations are examples of what?
cultural traditions that intend to provide a meaningful transition to adulthood