Drive aware training: A computerized training program for older drivers’ detection of road hazards

Objective Cognitive training for reducing crash rate can be delivered to older drivers via in-person on-road sessions, a driving simulator, or using computer-based cognitive methods. Despite established effectiveness, assessment and rehabilitation are expensive, limited professional service may not readily accessible; simulator-based fit every driver due simulator sickness. In comparison, computerized is easier implement could with little cost computer access. Based on the Drive Aware Task, validated measure of attentional processes in hazard detection, we developed method focus detection. this study, examined effectiveness newly-developed interactive program improving drivers’ detection road hazards.Methods Using matched-pair design, nine triads three (aged 65 above) matched pretest performance gender were formed. For each triad, participant was randomly allocated one groups: 1) active group receive two sessions (1.5–2.5h per session); 2) passive video-watching (i.e., watch video session from corresponding paired participant); 3) no-contact control group. Older performances simulated measured before after training.Results The showed significant effects task performance, while there only marginal no A post-training survey suggested receptive program.Conclusions has potential used as prevention intervention tool improve performance. Future studies should examine more diverse samples long-term outcomes.