Standardized road test results differ from older adults' natural driving
Wednesday, December 5, 2012 - 12:31
in Psychology & Sociology
If you're thinking that little old lady driving 35 miles per hour in the passing lane shouldn't be behind the wheel, you may be right. Studies have shown that our driving abilities decline with age, and for those with cognitive issues such as dementia, it can be even worse. However, researchers also found differences between the results of standardized road tests and older adults' natural driving abilities.