Drivers over age 65 are the fastest-growing segment of the driving population, and their eye care providers are playing an increasingly important role in assessing their ability to drive safely.
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Helping Eye Care Providers Better Assess Driving in Older Adults — National (08/23/2011)
Source: NewsDriving Simulators Help Older Adults Improve Their Road Skills — National (01/14/2011)
Source: NewsOlder drivers could benefit from training programs that put them behind the wheel -- in a driving simulator, with an observer who helps them develop their skills, according to a new article.
Cognitive Training Decreases Motor Vehicle Collision Involvement of Older Drivers — Alabama (11/04/2010)
Source: Professional AssociationThis study was done to test cognitive training and motor vehicle collision in senior drivers.
Designing In-Vehicle Technologies for Older Drivers — National (03/01/2009)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationNew in-vehicle systems must be designed for users who receive no training in how to use them and whose cognitive and sensory abilities vary.
Harnessing New Technology To Keep Older People Behind The Wheel For Longer — National (09/20/2008)
Source: NewsA new study has highlighted the key role technology could play in extending the age at which people can drive safely on our roads.
Collisions Involving Senior Drivers: High-risk Conditions and Locations — National (07/01/2006)
Source: Professional AssociationThis study was conducted to better understand the characteristics of crashes involving senior drivers 65 and older.
Older Adult Drivers with Cognitive Impairment — National (03/15/2006)
Source: Professional AssociationThis article is about the likelihood of family physicians becoming more involved in driving retirement discussions with patients affected by cognitive impairment.
The Older Driver with Dementia: An Updated Literature Review — National (12/31/2005)
Source: ExpertThis paper addresses the issue and limits of senior drivers with dementia.
Characteristics of Traffic Crashes Among Young, Middle-aged, and Older Drivers — National (05/01/1999)
Source: ExpertThis is a study of the varying characteristics of car crashes among young, middle-aged and older drivers.
Driving Cessation and Changes in Mileage Driven Among Elderly Individuals — National (09/01/1998)
Source: ExpertThis is a study of driving cessation among seniors and the changes in mileage driven among the elderly.