Psychology 2036A/B Chapter 5: Psychology 2036 - chapter 5

• School: Western University
• Department: Psychology
• Course: Psychology 2036A/B
• Professor: Kelly Barnes

Document Summary

Opening story: distracted to death: gillian was driving to prom with her boyfriend in the front seat and three other passengers in the back. For teens 16-20, the leading cause of death due to injury are mvas (can be caused by risky behaviours like speeding or being under the influence: risky behaviours can adversely affect health. These risky behaviours are habits that begin in adolescence and continue into adulthood. Nighttime driving: nighttime driving is challenging for all due to the fact that hazards are poorly illuminated during dark hours. The restrictions can vary by state and may include prohibition from driving at night or with other teenage passengers. Once the teen establishes an accident- or incident-free period of time, the gdl is lifted. It has found to be helpful in reducing mvas for new teenage drivers from 9% to 41%