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Contingency management. Incentives for sobriety.

Year: 1999

Type: article

Abstract: Contingency management (CM), the systematic reinforcement of desired behaviors and the withholding of reinforcement or punishment of undesired behaviors, is an effective strategy in the treatment of alcohol and other drug (AOD) use disorders. Animal research provides the conceptual basis for using CM in AOD abuse treatment, and human studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of CM interventions in reducing AOD use; improving treatment attendance; and reinforcing other treatment goals, such as complying with a medication regimen or obtaining employment.

Source: PubMed Central

Authors: S T Higgins, N M Petry

Institution: University of Vermont

Language: English

Topic: Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes

Subfield: Epidemiology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

Funder: National Institute on Drug Abuse

Awards: Treating Cocaine Abuse: A Behavioral Approach, TREATMENT FOR DUALLY DEPENDENT METHADONE PATIENTS