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  1. Driving and Dementia: A Review of the Literature — National (12/01/2014)

    Source: Expert

    This article reviews literature on seniors with dementia and their ability to drive.

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  2. Profiles in Driver Distraction: Effects of Cell Phone Conversations on Younger and Older Drivers — National (12/01/2014)

    Source: Expert

    This research examines the effects of hands-free cell phone usage on simulated driving technology.

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  3. International: Cognitive Screening Tools for Predicting Unsafe Driving Behavior Among Senior Drivers — National (10/17/2014)

    Source: Expert

    As Canada’s elderly continue to represent the fastest-growing population in Canada, there has been an increasing need for effective and efficient screening tools for senior drivers.

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  4. Red Flags for Medically At- Risk Drivers — National (07/29/2014)

    Source: State Agency/Program

    Before the traffic stop look at the red flags for medically at-risk drivers to learn the best way to approach and handle the situation. 

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  5. The History of Road Safety Research: A Quantitative Approach — National (07/14/2014)

    Source: Expert

    In this paper we provide a global description in quantitative terms, of the developments in road safety research from the early 1900’s until 2010.

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  6. Driving Rehabilitation Programs for Older Drivers in the United States — National (06/27/2014)

    Source: Expert

    This study describes various options for driving rehabilitation programs offered in the United States.

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  7. Seniors’ and Physicians’ Attitudes Toward Using Driving Simulators in Clinical Settings — National (04/22/2014)

    Source: Expert

    This paper weighs whether potential clients and physicians would use driving simulators in order to assess a driver’s safety knowledge behind the wheel.

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  8. 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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  9. Effect of Passenger Presence on Older Drivers’ Risk of Fatal Crash Involvement — National (03/28/2014)

    Source: Expert

    To determine the association between passenger presence and risk of fatal crash involvement in relation to driver and passenger age and gender, focusing especially on drivers ages 65 and older.

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  10. 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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