EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONS IN THE EVALUATION OF ACCIDENT RISK OF OLDER DRIVERS

摘要: The main objective of these studies was to analyse the difference in driving attitude and aptitude, between two groups elderly male drivers (65 years or more), one being accident-free second having three accidents more last 5 years. first study compared habits 90 older with a history accidents. study, on subgroup 60 original 180 subjects (30 30 accidents), cognitive function, particular emphasis executive functions as measured by neuropsychological tests, self-reported behaviour. results show that accidents, control group: (1) have poorer performance four measurements functions; (2) report prudent behaviour road (e.g., reducing their speed); (3) intention adopt less risky This suggests driver population has problems disabilities cannot be compensated apparently careful road. confirm importance proper assessment processes underscore potential measuring for evaluation competence persons.