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Differences in perceptions regarding driving between young and old drivers and non-drivers in Japan
Asuna Arai1, Yoko Mizuno, Yumiko Arai
1Department of Gerontological Policy, National Institute for Longevity Sciences, National Center for Geriatrics and Gerontology, Aichi, Japan.
International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry
|November 19, 2010
Summary
Driving cessation for dementia patients is a challenge. Perceptions of driving as a right and its qualitative value, not just mobility, are key barriers for drivers, especially older ones.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Public Health
- Neuroscience
Background:
- Driving cessation for dementia patients is a critical public health issue in Japan.
- Family and social barriers often complicate this process.
- Disparities in public perception of driving may hinder cessation efforts.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess public perceptions of driving in Japan.
- To examine how age and driving status influence these perceptions.
- To identify potential barriers to driving cessation for individuals with dementia.
Main Methods:
- A survey was administered to 1010 individuals aged 40 and over in Japan.
- The questionnaire included items on driving perceptions and sociodemographic factors.
- Self-administered questionnaires were used for data collection.
Main Results:
- Drivers perceived driving as a "right" more than non-drivers.
- Loss of personal mobility was the primary reason drivers were reluctant to stop.
- Older drivers valued the qualitative aspects of driving (e.g., motivation) more than younger drivers.
Conclusions:
- Perceptions of driving as a right and its qualitative importance can act as social barriers to cessation for drivers with dementia.
- Addressing driving retirement requires consideration of both mobility and the psychological benefits of driving.
- Future interventions should acknowledge the multifaceted value drivers place on driving.
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