Studies of contingency management for cocaine abuse find that it is
A)largely ineffective.
B)less effective than pharmacological interventions.
C)associated with a greater likelihood of abstinence and a better quality of life for the people receiving the treatment.
D)none of the above - this treatment has not been used for cocaine abuse.

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Studies have shown that contingency management, a behavioral intervention, is associated with a greater likelihood of abstinence and a better quality of life for individuals with cocaine abuse. It has been found to be more effective than other behavioral interventions and even some pharmacological interventions. Thus, it is an effective treatment approach for cocaine abuse. Option A is incorrect as it is contrary to research findings while option B is incorrect as contingency management has been found to be more effective than some pharmacological interventions. Option D is incorrect as contingency management has been used for cocaine abuse.

Studies of Contingency Management for Cocaine Abuse Find That It