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Risky behavior: cell phone use while driving
Lori L Orlowske1, Paul D Luyben
1Department of Psychology, State University of New York College at Cortland, Cortland, New York, NY 13045, USA.
Journal of Prevention & Intervention in the Community
|July 25, 2009
Summary
This study examined cell phone use among drivers in a New York town. Contrary to expectations, driver cell phone usage rates did not significantly differ based on proximity to the police station.
Area of Science:
- Traffic safety research
- Behavioral science
Background:
- Cell phone use while driving is a significant public safety concern.
- Previous research suggests national rates of this behavior.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the prevalence of cell phone use among drivers in a small city in central New York.
- To determine if cell phone use varies with distance from a police station.
Main Methods:
- Observational study conducted at three locations with varying distances from a police station.
- Data collected on two different days of the week.
- Recorded driver cell phone usage during observations.
Main Results:
- Overall cell phone use rates were comparable to national estimates.
- No significant difference in cell phone use was observed between locations near and far from the police station.
- The hypothesis that usage increases with distance from the police station was not supported.
Conclusions:
- Driver cell phone use in this central New York city aligns with national averages.
- Proximity to a police station does not appear to influence driver cell phone usage rates in this context.
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