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While there are long-standing social stigmas and laws against drunk driving, only more recently have the personal and social dangers of drunk walking become apparent. One study on pedestrians struck by vehicles found that alcohol users were twice as likely to cross against the signal or outside of a crosswalk than sober pedestrians. [ 2 ]
Sleep-deprived driving (commonly known as tired driving, drowsy driving, or fatigued driving) is the operation of a motor vehicle while being cognitively impaired by a lack of sleep. Sleep deprivation is a major cause of motor vehicle accidents, and it can impair the human brain as much as inebriation can. [ 1 ]
Morning exposure to the sun’s rays can help promote better quality sleep that night, regardless of how much total sunlight you get throughout the day, according to a 2024 study in Journal of ...
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety proposes restrictions for new drivers, [64] including a "curfew" imposed on young drivers to prevent them driving at night, an experienced supervisor to chaperone the less experienced driver, forbidding the carrying of passengers, zero alcohol tolerance, raising the standards required for driving ...
The first is a reminder about drinking and driving. “Take steps to have a safe transportation plan in place,” he said, if you intend to drink. The second is to be aware of mixing alcohol with ...
Establishing a regular walking habit is good for the mind, body, and soul. Lacing up your sneakers and hitting your favorite trails or walking route is a great way to add extra steps to your day ...
A woman texting while driving. Distracted driving is the act of driving while engaging in other activities which distract the driver's attention away from the road. . Distractions are shown to compromise the safety of the driver, passengers, pedestrians, and people in oth
There are so many ways to take up a walking habit, including making it a regular workout or finding ways to sneak it in, like walking to a friend’s house versus driving there.