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Internal Factors that Influence Coping in Older Drivers' Transition to Non-Driving
Kellia J Hansmann1, Thomas Meuser2, Rachel L Johnson3
1Department of Family Medicine and Community Health, School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI, USA.
Summary
Older drivers
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Transportation Science
- Psychology
Background:
- Quality of life is linked to the shift from driving, requiring effective coping strategies.
- Understanding factors influencing this transition is crucial for older adults' mobility and well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between internal factors (attitudes, personality) and changes in travel behavior among older drivers.
- To identify predictors of effective coping during the transition to non-driving.
Main Methods:
- Utilized data from a randomized controlled trial on a driving decision aid for drivers aged 70 and older.
- Assessed attitudes using the Assessment of Readiness for Mobility Transition (ARMT) and personality via the Ten-Item Personality Inventory (TIPI).
- Analyzed longitudinal changes in alternative transportation use and driving behavior.
Main Results:
- High attitudinal readiness for mobility transition significantly predicted increased alternative transportation use (aOR=6.37).
- No significant association was found between personality traits and changes in transportation or driving behavior.
- Attitudinal readiness emerged as a key factor in adapting to reduced driving.
Conclusions:
- Attitudinal readiness for mobility transition is a strong predictor of older drivers' adoption of alternative transportation.
- Personality traits do not appear to influence travel behavior changes during this life stage.
- Fostering positive attitudes towards mobility transitions may support older adults in maintaining quality of life.
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