Older drivers have the second highest risk for motor vehicle collisions of any age group, after adolescents. Psychoactive medications may place older drivers at increased risk for injurious motor vehicle collisions.
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Psychoactive Medications and Injurious Motor Vehicle Collisions Involving Older Drivers — National (11/01/1994)
Source: ExpertCognitive-Motor Abilities of the Elderly Driver — National (02/01/1992)
Source: ExpertThis article reviews information the effects of old age on motor abilities as it relates to driving behavior.
Vision, Aging, and Driving: The Problems of Older Drivers — National (01/01/1992)
Source: ExpertThis research was done on adults ages 22-92 years old in regard to their visual difficulties when driving and performing everyday tasks
Visual Requirements for Safety and Mobility of Older Drivers — National (10/01/1991)
Source: ExpertThis paper was done to assess visual deterioration with aging and how to deal with issues in visual functions and driving.
Cardiovascular Disease, Aging and Traffic Accidents — California (08/01/1967)
Source: ExpertMean individual traffic accident and violation rates were compared for 267 “healthy” drivers and 82 senile persons.
What Should You Keep in the Car? — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationEvery vehicle should have an emergency supply kit in the trunk. Learn what goes into the Emergency Supply Kit with a list from National Safety Council.
My Car Does What? — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationMy Car Does What is a national campaign to help educate drivers on new vehicle safety technologies designed to help prevent crashes.
The Basics of Bioptics and Bioptic Driving — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationPresenters will provide an overview of bioptic lens systems, basic requirements for bioptic driver readiness, misconceptions of bioptic driving, state legislation and advocacy initiatives and more.
A Guide to Vision Loss for Family and Friends — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThe information here can provide advice and direction on how to assist your loved one with adapting successfully to the many changes ahead.
Roadmap to Living with Vision Loss: What Kinds of Services Will You Need to Maintain Independence? — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThese services can help individuals regain self-sufficiency and improve their quality of life, similar to how occupational and physical therapy can restore function after an injury.