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  1. Aging Drivers and the Law — National (10/03/2019)

    Source: Expert

    The Elder Law Answers’ website provides information for senior drivers and links to each state’s laws regarding restrictions and accelerated renewal periods.

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  2. Does Attention Capacity Moderate the Effect of Driver Distraction in Older Drivers? — National (04/01/2015)

    Source: Expert

    With age, a decline in attention capacity may occur and this may impact driving performance especially while distracted. 

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  3. Understanding Older Drivers: An Examination of Medical Conditions, Medication Use, and Travel Behavior — National (04/01/2014)

    Source: Expert

    This study of two national databases provides details on older driver travel behaviors, automobility, and medication use.
     

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  4. Consensus Statements on Driving for Persons with Dementia — National (02/25/2014)

    Source: Expert

    This paper works as a guide for occupational therapists when addressing driving, mobility and dementia in seniors.

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  5. Characteristics of Traffic Crashes Among Young, Middle-aged, and Older Drivers — National (05/01/1999)

    Source: Expert

    This is a study of the varying characteristics of car crashes among young, middle-aged and older drivers.

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  6. Cardiovascular Disease, Aging and Traffic Accidents — California (08/01/1967)

    Source: Expert

    Mean individual traffic accident and violation rates were compared for 267 “healthy” drivers and 82 senile persons. 

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  7. Screening and Management of Age and Medically Related Driving Impairments — National 

    Source: Expert

    This course is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills needed to identify, refer, and, when appropriate, support older adults as they transition out of driving.

    Topics Include:

    • Medical conditions that may affect driving safety
    • Clinical screening tools for assessing driving ability
    • Referral pathways and treatment options
    • California DMV reporting procedures and requirements
       
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