בוגרים צעירים במסיבות טבע בישראל: צריכת חומרים פסיכואקטיביים, מזעור נזקים - עמדות והתנהגויות, תחושת ביטחון והבדלים מגדריים

The objectives of this study were to examine the patterns of substance consumption of psychoactive substances, attitudes and behaviors related to harm reduction, attitudes towards the police, evaluate feelings of sense of security and help-seeking tendencies, and investigate gender differences among young adults attending rave parties. A total of 613 young adults aged 18-28 took part in the study, of whom 384 (63%) were males.About a third (32%) of the young adults reported that they began attending rave parties before the age of 18. The common substances reported were cannabis (90%), alcohol (83%), MDMA (65%), LSD (61%), ketamine (36%),cocaine (35%) and mushrooms/psilocybin (34%). The most prevalent harm reduction behaviors included drinking water (87%) and consuming drugs only if feeling well (good “set mind”) (76%). Only 7.5% of the participants agreed with the statement that the police were acting appropriately for the welfare of the participants. Significant gender differences in substance use,harm reduction behaviors and perception of safety at parties were identified. The study findings emphasize the need for harm reduction interventions at rave parties. Additionally, collaborations between policymakers, rave producers, and medical and enforcement agencies to promote trust and security among young adults are recommended.