Decision-making and Life Choices
Every time you get behind the wheel you make decisions and choices that can impact the rest of your life.
Many driving situations present significant challenges and can require you to consider a complex array of factors. When drivers are behind the wheel, they are called upon to make many decisions, often with very little time for reflection. Habit and reflex are frequently as important as considered calculation. The following are some of the many factors that can affect young driving behaviour at any time:
- Distractions
- Time pressures
- Degree of alertness and attention
- Level of frustration and aggressiveness
- Skill level
- Driving habits
- Personal values
- The prevailing road culture
- Weather
- Fatigue
- Peer pressure
The best defence you have is education and ensuring that you are as alert as possible when driving so you are prepared to deal with the everyday challenges of the road - the choice is yours.
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