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Study: Contingency Management Offers Hope for Addiction Recovery

7/4/2025

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Contingency Management (CM) emerges as a powerful ally in the battle against opioid and stimulant addiction, rewarding patients with incentives to boost their recovery journey. A recent study suggests a weekly incentive of $128 in vouchers or $55 in prizes over 12 weeks, yet researchers warn that federal funding falls short, jeopardizing the potential for effective treatment.

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Contingency Management (CM) emerges as a powerful ally in the battle against opioid and stimulant addiction, rewarding patients with incentives to boost their recovery journey. A recent study suggests a weekly incentive of $128 in vouchers or $55 in prizes over 12 weeks, yet researchers warn that federal funding falls short, jeopardizing the potential for effective treatment.