In demanding cognitive tasks, older people mostly experience more problems than younger people, and their brain workload is higher.
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Driving Simulator Training Is Associated with Reduced Inhibitory Workload in Older Drivers — National (07/04/2016)
Source: ExpertTime-to-contact estimation errors among older drivers with useful field of view impairments — National (07/01/2016)
Source: ExpertThe objective of this study was to evaluate how UFOV impairments affect time-to-contact estimates in elderly drivers deciding when to make a left turn across oncoming traffic.
Michigan Law Enforcement Aging Driver Roll Call Video — Michigan (06/13/2016)
Source: State Agency/ProgramThis video provides law enforcement professionals with tips to help identify potential cognitive impairment and actions to take when there is a concern.
Can You Lengthen Your Life? — National (06/01/2016)
Source: ExpertResearchers Explore How To Stay Healthy Longer.
Driving Task: How Older Drivers' On-Road Driving Performance Relates to Abilities, Perceptions, and Restrictions — National (06/01/2016)
Source: US Department of TransportationThis study examined a cohort of 227 older drivers and investigated the relationship between performance on the electronic Driver Observation Schedule (eDOS) driving task.
Functional Outcomes for Older Adults Injured in a Crash — National (05/01/2016)
Source: US Department of TransportationThis report explores the health and quality-of-life impacts of crashes among older (65+) and middle-aged (40-55) occupants.
The 2016 American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Annual Conference & Expo — National (04/10/2016)
Source: Professional AssociationThe 2016 American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Annual Conference & Expo was in Chicago from April 7 to April 10, 2016.
Associations Between Falls and Driving Outcomes in Older Adults: A LongROAD Study — National (03/01/2016)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThis study examines the relationship between falls and subsequent motor vehicle crash involvement among older drivers.
The Older Driver with Cognitive Impairment: Perceptions of Driving Ability and Results of a Behind the Wheel Test — National (02/04/2016)
Source: Professional AssociationOlder adult drivers with cognitive impairment pose a potential safety risk to themselves and others.
Driver Orientation Screen for Cognitive Impairment — National (01/01/2016)
Source: Professional AssociationDOSCI Tool short training video.