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Study Reveals Older Drivers at Risk Amid Depression

1/8/2025

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Older adults battling major depressive disorder are taking to the roads with alarming risks, including hard braking and speeding, according to a revealing study in JAMA Network Open. Analyzing driving data from 395 participants aged 65 and up, researchers stress the urgent need for targeted interventions to safeguard these vulnerable drivers and enhance overall road safety.

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Older adults battling major depressive disorder are taking to the roads with alarming risks, including hard braking and speeding, according to a revealing study in JAMA Network Open. Analyzing driving data from 395 participants aged 65 and up, researchers stress the urgent need for targeted interventions to safeguard these vulnerable drivers and enhance overall road safety.