The Longitudinal Impact of Cognitive Speed of Processing Training on Driving Mobility
2009/06/02 by J. D. Edwards, Jerri D. Edwards, C. Myers +10 · 25 citations
Health Professions · Psychology · Engineering · #Older Adults Driving Studies #Human-Automation Interaction and Safety #Traffic and Road Safety
paper · pdf · doi:10.1093/geront/gnp042
Abstract
PURPOSE: To examine how cognitive speed of processing training affects driving mobility across a 3-year period among older drivers. DESIGN AND METHODS: Older drivers with poor Useful Field of View (UFOV) test performance (indicating greater risk for subsequent at-fault crashes and mobility declines) were randomly assigned to either a speed of processing training or a social and computer contact control group. Driving mobility of these 2 groups was compared with a group of older adults who did not score poorly on the UFOV test (reference group) across a 3-year period. RESULTS: Older drivers with poor UFOV test scores who did not receive training experienced greater mobility declines as evidenced by decreased driving exposure and space and increased driving difficulty at 3 years. Those at risk for mobility decline who received training did not differ across the 3-year period from older adults in the reference group with regard to driving exposure, space, and most aspects of driving difficulty. IMPLICATIONS: Cognitive speed of processing training can not only improve cognitive performance but also protect against mobility declines among older drivers. Scientifically proven cognitive training regimens have the potential to enhance the everyday lives of older adults.
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