An aging population with a need for independence can be problematic when it comes to matters related to driving. Fatality rates for drivers begin to climb after age 65, studies show.
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Aging Drivers Can Present Some Behind-The-Wheel Safety Issues — National (04/01/2016)
Source: NewsAssociations 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.
Infographic: 3 Tips to Stop a Person with Dementia From Driving When Reasoning Didn’t Work — National (01/19/2016)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThe Alzheimer’s blog posted an infographic (via www.alz.org) with 3 tips on how to stop a person with dementia from driving when reasoning with them hasn’t worked.
Pennsylvania: Philadelphia Mayor’s Office of Transportation & Utilities — Pennsylvania (11/10/2015)
Source: Local ProgramA blog for Philadelphia Mayor’s Office of Transportation & Utilities.
DOSCI — National (08/01/2015)
Source: Professional AssociationThe printable card for your officer ticket book can be found here
Does Attention Capacity Moderate the Effect of Driver Distraction in Older Drivers? — National (04/01/2015)
Source: ExpertWith age, a decline in attention capacity may occur and this may impact driving performance especially while distracted.
Unexpected Outcomes for Elderly Couples Who Stop Driving — National (02/24/2015)
Source: NewsEven if just one member of a couple stops driving, negative consequences result for both the driver and non-driver, a study concludes.
Mature Motorists Worse at Texting and Driving, Study Shows — National (12/18/2014)
Source: NewsAn interdisciplinary research team has made a surprising discovery: Older, more mature motorists-who typically are better drivers in many circumstances-are much worse than their younger counterparts when texting while driving.
Driving and Dementia: A Review of the Literature — National (12/01/2014)
Source: ExpertThis article reviews literature on seniors with dementia and their ability to drive.
Profiles in Driver Distraction: Effects of Cell Phone Conversations on Younger and Older Drivers — National (12/01/2014)
Source: ExpertThis research examines the effects of hands-free cell phone usage on simulated driving technology.