Driving Safety
8 Things We’ve Learned in 8 Years of Helping People Make Driving Decisions
Eight years ago, Fitness to Drive began with a simple idea: driving is an important goal for many people, and occupational therapists have a unique role in helping them figure out whether—and how—that goal can fit into their lives.
How Trauma Affects the Brain
Brain trauma can stem from various causes and may lead to serious physical, cognitive, and emotional effects that persist for months after the incident. While some symptoms appear immediately, others may not surface until days or even weeks later.
Vision Zero: Knowing When It’s Time for an Older Driver to Stop Driving.
Driving represents independence. For many older adults, having a driver’s license means being able to get to medical appointments, visit family and friends, shop for necessities and remain connected to their community. That is why deciding when it is time to stop driving can be one of the most…
Why Alcohol Hits Harder After 65 Even When You Drink Less
A man in his 30s could have two beers and feel steady.The same man at 70 might finish one and feel it in his legs. That shift isn’t random. It doesn’t come down to tolerance or habit.It’s physical. It builds slowly over time, then shows up all at once. And most people don’t notice it […]
Mobility in all its forms is one of the strongest predictors of independence, health, and quality of life for older adults.
Everyone is aging, but many are not aging well. That’s why researchers at McMaster are focused on what drives the differences among older adults, so more people can live longer and healthier lives. An important part of that research is the Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging (CLSA), a 20-year study collecting detailed data about more than 50,000 Canadians. It’s the largest […]
When is It Safe To Drive With Epilepsy?
More than 50 million people across the globe, with 1.1 percent of U.S. adults lives with Epilepsy. Driving with this condition requires careful consideration and adherence to safety guidelines to help minimize the risk of accidents or injury. […]
