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Distracted driving is a prevalent problem in the US, with estimates of 30–90% varying by definition and demographics. Yet drivers have been shown to be four times as likely to be involved in a car crash while using a cell phone. Studies have shown distraction mitigation strategies can be effective in middle-aged and older populations, but more data is needed to understand which behaviors present the greatest danger to adult drivers and what methods would most effectively reduce the dangers. The UCSD Older Adult Distracted Driving Survey is the third survey to assess distracted driving attitudes and behaviors. This anonymous survey of drivers 65 years and older collected data using in-person (paper) survey methodology, as well as online (through Survey Monkey). Variables included health data, knowledge, practices, and attitudes. As in the previous surveys of younger and middle aged drivers, older drivers are using both hands free and hand held options, though with less texting than their younger counterparts. Strategies for deterring distracted driving thought to be effective by the participants have been identified, including technology, laws, and education. |
