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Boston Program Rewards Sobriety: A Lifeline for Recovery

6/10/2025

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Mercedes Pagan, 36, is reclaiming her life from cocaine addiction thanks to a groundbreaking Boston initiative that rewards sobriety. This innovative "contingency management" program offers financial incentives for passing drug tests and engaging in recovery activities, addressing the urgent need for effective solutions as stimulant use surges in New England.

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Story summary

Mercedes Pagan, 36, is reclaiming her life from cocaine addiction thanks to a groundbreaking Boston initiative that rewards sobriety. This innovative "contingency management" program offers financial incentives for passing drug tests and engaging in recovery activities, addressing the urgent need for effective solutions as stimulant use surges in New England.