Hazard Perception and Cognitive Ageing in Older Drivers: Investigation and Development [ 2006-12-31 - 2009-03-31 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Kaarin Jane Anstey (Chief Investigator) ,  Professor Joanne Wood (Chief Investigator) ,  Professor Mark Horswill (Chief Investigator) ,  Professor Nancy Pachana (Chief Investigator) ,  Professor Nancy Pachana (Chief Investigator)
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Brief description Hazard Perception and Cognitive Ageing in Older Drivers: Investigation and Development. Older road users have high fatal crash rates that cost the Australian economy $500 million each year. However, driving cessation is associated with depression and reduced social participation among older adults. The present study will benefit older road users and the wider community by identifying which traffic hazards pose the greatest difficulty for older drivers and providing information that may lead to adaptation of roads, and vehicles to reduce crash risk among older Australians. This will reduce injury and healthcare costs and allow older Australians to maintain higher levels of social participation.

Funding Amount $289,000

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