This article discusses the growing aging population and its impact on the roads as more drivers become seniors.
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Diminished Motor Skills: ‘Silver Tsunami’ of Elderly Drivers Prompts Tough Decisions — National (11/23/2015)
Source: NewsDriving Rehabilitation Programs for Older Drivers in the United States — National (06/27/2014)
Source: Professional AssociationThis study describes various options for driving rehabilitation programs offered in the United States.
Disease-, Age-related Effects of HIV May Impact Driving Abilities of Middle-aged and Older Adults — Alabama (04/02/2014)
Source: NewsNearly half of people living with HIV experience cognitive deficits that may impact instrumental activities of daily living, including driving, according research.
Alzheimer’s Society Podcast April 2014 - Dementia and Driving — National (04/01/2014)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThe Alzheimer’s Society produced a podcast to discuss the affects of dementia on a senior’s ability to drive.
Staying healthy in your car: Coping with illness and age — National (03/09/2014)
Source: UniversityHow do illnesses and age affect motor vehicle safety, and how can a man keep driving in good health?
Compendium of Traffic Safety Research Projects (1985-2013) — National (01/01/2014)
Source: US Department of TransportationBrief summaries of research on alcohol-involved driving, drug-involved driving, occupant protection (e.g., seat belts, and child safety seats), speed and other unsafe driving behaviors.
Driving with Severe Arthritis — National (06/20/2013)
Source: US Department of TransportationLearn how limited movement from severe arthritis affects driving.
Driving After a Stroke — National (06/20/2013)
Source: US Department of TransportationThis NHTSA video shows how driving after a stroke can be difficult because of limited mobility issues, possible vision problems and slower thinking.
Family Conversations about Alzheimer’s Disease, Dementia & Driving — National (03/01/2013)
Source: Professional AssociationThe Hartford website is a partner with AARP and gives tips on how family members can start conversations with older drivers regarding their health and ability to continue driving.
Dementia & Driving Resource Center (Supportive Conversations Video) — National (08/16/2011)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThe Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregiver Center has information regarding seniors affected with dementia and Alzheimer’s and how to deal with their desire to drive.