This article is about the likelihood of family physicians becoming more involved in driving retirement discussions with patients affected by cognitive impairment.
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Older Adult Drivers with Cognitive Impairment — National (03/15/2006)
Source: Professional AssociationImpact of an Educational Program on the Safety of High-risk Older Drivers — National (04/01/2004)
Source: Professional AssociationThis study was done to determine if an individualized educational program to enhance driver safety skills would reduce the crash rate risk in senior drivers.
Evaluating the Impact of Passengers on the Safety of Older Drivers — Kentucky (01/01/2003)
Source: Professional AssociationOverall, the presence of two or more passengers was found to negatively impact the probability that drivers 75 years of age or older were at fault in crashes.
Driving and Alternatives: Older Drivers in Michigan — Michigan (01/01/2003)
Source: Professional AssociationThis paper shows the results of a statewide telephone conducted in Michigan of drivers and former drivers ages 65 and older on their transportation mode choices and whether they planned for when they could no longer drive.
Consequences of Driving Cessation Decreased Out-of-Home Activity Levels — Connecticut (11/01/2000)
Source: Professional AssociationThis study shows how out-of-home activity decreased in seniors once they stopped driving.
Healthy Habits at Age 60 and Beyond — National
Source: Professional AssociationSmall changes can improve your health, this article goes over different ways you can add healthy habits to your life.
Geriatrics Care Online — National
Source: Professional AssociationFree registration to Geriatric Care Online.
How Does Your Car Fit — National
Source: Professional AssociationTrihead wrote an article about the benefits of carfit and the importance of having your car fit you to keep you safe on the road.
Driving Safely After 60 — National
Source: Professional AssociationThe American Optometric Association gives tips on driving safely after 60 on its website.
Driving Evaluations by an Occupational Therapist — National
Source: Professional AssociationThe American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) website has information about occupational therapists and their ability to conduct office/clinic evaluations behind of the wheel of a car.