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Comparison of Driving Self-Regulation Practices Between Older Drivers With and Without Risk of Dementia
Yunjeong Eom1, Yaena Ha1, Sanghun Nam1
1Department of Occupational Therapy, Yonsei University Graduate School, Wonju, South Korea.
Summary
Older drivers at risk of dementia use more self-regulation strategies. However, this did not fully mitigate risks, particularly driving in bad weather, highlighting the need for targeted interventions.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Neuroscience
- Public Health
Background:
- Cognitive impairment in older drivers increases driving risks.
- Self-regulation is a crucial strategy for mitigating driving risks.
- Limited research exists on self-regulation among older drivers at risk of dementia.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the association between self-regulation practices and high-risk driving situations.
- To investigate older drivers at risk of dementia.
- To analyze self-regulation in the context of driving safety.
Main Methods:
- Utilized 2020 National Health and Aging Trends Study (NHATS) data.
- Included 2,521 older adults who drove within the past year.
- Employed Poisson and logistic regression analyses.
Main Results:
- Drivers at risk of dementia reported more self-regulation practices (IRR = 1.23).
- A significant association was found for driving in adverse weather conditions (OR = 1.63).
- Self-regulation did not fully eliminate high-risk driving behaviors.
Conclusions:
- Older drivers at risk of dementia employ more self-regulation strategies.
- Targeted education and interventions are necessary to enhance safe driving.
- Further research is needed to understand risk mitigation in this population.
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