Movement-in-depth, cognitive impairment, and crash risk

    Authors

    J. A. Smither; M. C. Gentzler;R. S. Kennedy

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    Abbreviated Journal Title

    Work

    Keywords

    Movement-in-depth; rear-end-collisions; older drivers; loom; cognitive; impairment; Public, Environmental & Occupational Health

    Abstract

    In this study, 243 cognitively intact and cognitively impaired older participants' movement-in-depth (looming) abilities were assessed using a portable device that we had previously developed in our laboratory [4]. Results indicated normative relationships between looming ability and age, looming ability and driving violation records, and age and driving violation records. Findings also confirmed the validity and reliability of the measurements taken with the device. In conclusion, this device may be useful for identifying drivers at risk for rear-end collisions, developing effective training interventions, and creating fair and valid driver licensing tests.

    Journal Title

    Work-a Journal of Prevention Assessment & Rehabilitation

    Volume

    41

    Publication Date

    1-1-2012

    Document Type

    Article

    Language

    English

    First Page

    5386

    Last Page

    5388

    WOS Identifier

    WOS:000306361805090

    ISSN

    1051-9815

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