DynamiCare Health Launches Incentives-based Addiction Recovery...
Summary
DynamiCare Health , a Massachusetts-based addiction recovery technology company, today brings its digital platform directly to those with substance use disorders and their families. “Instead of being trapped in a constant struggle between policing or enabling their loved one’s addiction, DynamiCare empowers families to fully engage in the recovery process through encouragement and positive reinforcement.” “The evidence supporting Contingency Management has been around for a long time, but it’s been severely underutilized due to stigma and lack of innovation,” said Dr. David Gastfriend, co-founder and chief medical officer of DynamiCare and an international expert in addiction psychiatry. When a member achieves specific recovery goals such as testing negative or attending appointments, rewards are deposited on a smart debit card that blocks cash withdrawals and spending at bars and liquor stores. DynamiCare automates members’ accountability with random breath and saliva tests submitted over their smartphone, verified treatment attendance check-ins, and supportive recovery coaching.