How can I avoid distressed driving? Gainesville accident attorney offers some ideas.

 

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Distressed driving, or driving under the influence of emotions caused by stress, is a recently identified form of distracted driving, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).  The NHTSA points out that stress can impair cognitive function while driving, which may lead to higher crash rates.  As a north Florida accident attorney, I urge you to avoid distressed driving-it's safer for us all.


Experts recommend the following to avoid distressed driving:

  • Perform a Stress Self-Check. Ask yourself if you're breathing is shallow. Are you tense, crying, angry, anxious, or emotional? If you are at all distressed, acknowledge your feelings, and consider the following options:
  • Take a short walk to "de-stress";
  • Use deep breathing or relaxation techniques;
  • Consider calming music and turning up the AC;
  • Put the keys away for a half-hour; or
  • Ask someone else to drive you; and
  • If you become emotional while driving, pull over to give yourself a "moment."

 

For more information:

Driving while Stressed-A form of Distracted Driving. Ocala Accident Attorney Explains




Attorney Jeffrey Meldon

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