Table 1.

Themes regarding the subjective experience of Israeli RMP attendees

Themes and sub-themes

1. The impact of Israel’s drug policy on participants’ sense of safety 2. The stigma on rave culture  2.1 Social stigma  2.2 Stigma in law enforcement agencies 3. Negative experiences 4. Positive experiences  4.1 The sensory aspect  4.2 The emotional aspect   4.2.1 Positive feelings toward others   4.2.2 Stress relief    4.2.2.1 Venting difficult feelings    4.2.2.2 A time-out from everyday stress    4.2.2.3 Relief from social constraints  4.3 The attitudinal aspects   4.3.1 Self-acceptance   4.3.2 Appreciation of life   4.3.3 Connectedness to nature