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Tracking study highlights dangers of handheld cellphone use among teen drivers

Last updated: October 17, 2024 10:58 pm
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A recent study conducted by researchers from Penn Nursing and Perelman School of Medicine has shed light on the dangers of handheld cellphone use while driving, particularly among newly licensed teen drivers. The study, published in JAMA Network Open, utilized a smartphone telematics application to track the driving behaviors of hundreds of teen drivers and identify potential safety risks associated with cellphone use.

The findings of the study revealed a strong association between handheld cellphone use and risky driving behaviors among teens. Teens who used their cellphones while driving were found to be significantly more likely to engage in behaviors such as hard braking and rapid acceleration, both of which increase the risk of accidents and injuries.

Lead-author Catherine C. McDonald emphasized the importance of raising awareness about the risks of distracted driving and taking steps to avoid cellphone use while behind the wheel. The researchers tracked the driving habits of 119 teen drivers over a 60-day period using a smartphone telematics application, analyzing data on trip characteristics, speeding, handheld cellphone use, and risky driving events.

The study found that over one-third of trips involved handheld cellphone use, and speeding occurred in more than 40% of trips. These risky behaviors were also associated with kinematic risky driving events, highlighting the potential dangers of distracted driving among teens.

McDonald pointed out that smartphone telematics applications can serve as valuable tools for studying driving behavior and developing interventions to improve safety. By identifying risky behaviors, targeted interventions can be implemented to help teens become safer drivers.

The researchers recommended that teens and their parents develop strategies to avoid using cellphones while driving, such as keeping phones out of reach or using hands-free devices. Parents were also encouraged to have open conversations with their teens about the dangers of distracted driving and set a positive example by refraining from cellphone use while driving themselves.

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In conclusion, the study underscores the need for increased awareness and proactive measures to address the dangers of handheld cellphone use while driving, particularly among teen drivers. By taking steps to eliminate distractions and promote safe driving practices, teens can reduce their risk of accidents and injuries on the road.

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