Driver Simulation Training for Aging Adults
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial examines how older drivers can enhance their driving skills using new car technologies. It focuses on features like Lane Departure Warning, Cruise Control, and Forward Proximity Warning, which help drivers stay safe on the road. The goal is to determine if these technologies, when used over time, reduce driving mistakes and increase driver comfort with the technology. The study involves ADAS-integrated driver simulation training, incorporating these advanced driver-assistance systems. Older adults aged 65 or above with a valid driver's license and no major neurological or psychiatric conditions may be suitable for this trial. As an unphased trial, it offers participants the chance to contribute to research that could improve road safety for older drivers.
Do I need to stop my current medications for the trial?
The trial does not specify if you need to stop taking your current medications, but you cannot participate if you use psychotropic medications that negatively affect mental or physical functioning.
What prior data suggests that this driver simulation training is safe for older adults?
Research has shown that advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), such as lane departure warnings and cruise control, used in driver simulation training, can enhance safety for older adults by reducing crashes. These technologies assist older drivers by making driving easier and safer.
Older drivers often approach ADAS cautiously, which can affect their trust in these systems. However, training with ADAS helps them feel more comfortable and confident. This training enables them to understand and use these tools effectively.
No specific reports of negative side effects or safety concerns have emerged from using ADAS in driving simulations. This suggests that ADAS is generally well-tolerated in this type of training.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about ADAS-integrated driver simulation training because it offers a novel way to enhance driving skills specifically for older adults. Unlike traditional driving refresher courses, this simulation training incorporates advanced technologies like Lane Departure Warning, Cruise Control, and Forward Proximity Warning. These features help participants practice and adapt to real-world driving scenarios in a controlled, virtual environment, aiming to reduce critical driving errors and improve overall safety. This approach is unique because it combines cutting-edge driver assistance technologies with immersive training, potentially making driving safer and more intuitive for aging drivers.
What evidence suggests that ADAS-integrated driver simulation training is effective for older drivers?
Research has shown that advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), such as lane departure warning, cruise control, and forward proximity warning, enhance safety for older adults by reducing accidents. In this trial, participants will engage in ADAS-integrated driver simulation training to familiarize themselves with these features. Older drivers using ADAS report feeling less stressed and more at ease while driving. Learning to use these systems boosts confidence and simplifies operation. For older adults, ADAS addresses age-related challenges, like changes in vision or slower reaction times. Overall, these technologies promise to help older drivers remain safer on the roads.12367
Who Is on the Research Team?
Liliana Alvarez, PhD
Principal Investigator
Western University, Canada
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for older adults aged 65 or above who have a valid driver's license. It aims to understand how certain car safety features can help them drive safer and whether they find these technologies easy and useful.Inclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Baseline Assessment
Participants complete vision screening, driving history, and various cognitive and physical assessments
Treatment
Participants undergo ADAS-integrated driver simulation training or control training sessions
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for sustained efficacy of ADAS intervention and driving performance
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- ADAS-integrated driver simulation training
Trial Overview
The study tests if training with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) like lane departure warnings, cruise control, and forward proximity warning in a driving simulator can reduce driving errors over time compared to just simulator training.
How Is the Trial Designed?
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Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
The intervention administered in this study is ADAS-integrated driver simulation training. Participants in this arm will undergo training sessions using a high-fidelity driving simulator equipped with Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Cruise Control (CC), and Forward Proximity Warning (FPW) technologies. These technologies are designed to assist older drivers (≥65 years of age) in improving their driving performance and reducing critical driving errors. The training will simulate real-world driving scenarios to help participants become familiar with and effectively use these ADAS features.
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Western University, Canada
Lead Sponsor
Citations
Driver Simulation Training for Aging Adults
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Understanding Elderly Drivers' Perception of Advanced Driver ...
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