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  • 1University of Zurich, Institute of Psychology, Division Neuropsychology, Switzerland. s.koeneke@psychologie.uzh.ch.

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Stimulating the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (DLPFC) with transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) enhances careful driving behavior in simulators. This non-invasive brain stimulation technique influences complex tasks without conscious awareness.

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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Cognitive Science
  • Neuromodulation

Background:

  • Driving is a complex cognitive task reliant on integrated brain networks.
  • The dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (DLPFC) is crucial for controlled driving and matures late in adolescence.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the causal effect of modulating the DLPFC on driving performance.
  • To explore the impact of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) on driving behavior.

Main Methods:

  • Twenty-four male participants completed driving simulations.
  • tDCS was applied over the left or right DLPFC for 15 minutes.
  • Driving performance was assessed before and after tDCS application.

Main Results:

  • Modulating the left and right DLPFC significantly altered driving behavior.
  • Anodal tDCS over the DLPFC promoted a more cautious driving style.
  • Participants did not consciously perceive changes in their driving behavior.

Conclusions:

  • External brain stimulation can directly influence complex, real-world behaviors.
  • This research opens new avenues for neural-level therapeutic interventions.
  • Targeting the DLPFC offers a novel approach for enhancing driving safety.