Dementia and the Older Driver
1993; Elsevier BV; Volume: 9; Issue: 2 Linguagem: Inglês
10.1016/s0749-0690(18)30408-7
ISSN1879-8853
Autores Tópico(s)Aging, Elder Care, and Social Issues
ResumoThere is evidence that dementing disorders may contribute substantially to the increased crash risk of aging drivers. The prevalence of dementia has been estimated to be nearly 50% for those over age 85 still living in the community. It is not known what proportion of individuals with dementia continue to drive or what specific difficulties they encounter; however, studies suggest that it is common for individuals with dementia to drive, and they are at substantially increased risk for crashes. This article provides an overview of what is known about dementing disorders and driving safety; how clinical measures relate to driving; assessment and management of the driver with dementia; ethical and policy implications; and future directions for research.
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