The Psychology of Driving

Nonfiction, Health & Well Being, Psychology, Cognitive Psychology
Cover of the book The Psychology of Driving by Graham J. Hole, Taylor and Francis
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Graham J. Hole ISBN: 9781317778097
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: July 10, 2014
Imprint: Psychology Press Language: English
Author: Graham J. Hole
ISBN: 9781317778097
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: July 10, 2014
Imprint: Psychology Press
Language: English

Road accidents are the major cause of death and injury among young people in the developing world, and the field of psychology can offer great insights into the many factors that are at play when we get behind the wheels of our cars. Based on data collected around the world on drivers of all age groups, Graham Hole provides an up to date picture of the realities of driving, including visual perception issues, cell phone distractions, fatigue, drugs, and the effects of aging. These insights can help explain why we crash, as well as how we achieve the amazing feat of not crashing more often than we do.
 
In this jargon-free and very accessible book, Hole applies psychological methods and insights to this every-day experience with two audiences in mind. First, he speaks to accident investigators, who frequently rely on well-developed understandings of engineering and forensics and less insight into the psychology of the driver. Second, of course, this book will be of value to anyone interested in the application of cognitive psychology to real-world behaviors, and to anyone who drives.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Road accidents are the major cause of death and injury among young people in the developing world, and the field of psychology can offer great insights into the many factors that are at play when we get behind the wheels of our cars. Based on data collected around the world on drivers of all age groups, Graham Hole provides an up to date picture of the realities of driving, including visual perception issues, cell phone distractions, fatigue, drugs, and the effects of aging. These insights can help explain why we crash, as well as how we achieve the amazing feat of not crashing more often than we do.
 
In this jargon-free and very accessible book, Hole applies psychological methods and insights to this every-day experience with two audiences in mind. First, he speaks to accident investigators, who frequently rely on well-developed understandings of engineering and forensics and less insight into the psychology of the driver. Second, of course, this book will be of value to anyone interested in the application of cognitive psychology to real-world behaviors, and to anyone who drives.

More books from Taylor and Francis

Cover of the book Plantation Crops, Plunder and Power by Graham J. Hole
Cover of the book Connectivity in Antiquity by Graham J. Hole
Cover of the book Women, Work, and Globalization by Graham J. Hole
Cover of the book A Theory of Literary Production by Graham J. Hole
Cover of the book Prophecy in the New Millennium by Graham J. Hole
Cover of the book Social and Labour Market Policy by Graham J. Hole
Cover of the book Translating Travel by Graham J. Hole
Cover of the book Developing Mental Toughness in Young People by Graham J. Hole
Cover of the book Time and Temporality in Transitional and Post-Conflict Societies by Graham J. Hole
Cover of the book Spirituality and Mental Health by Graham J. Hole
Cover of the book Modernism and the Cult of Mountains: Music, Opera, Cinema by Graham J. Hole
Cover of the book Labor-environmental Coalitions by Graham J. Hole
Cover of the book Promoting Young People's Wellbeing through Empowerment and Agency by Graham J. Hole
Cover of the book Megaevents and Modernity by Graham J. Hole
Cover of the book Justice and the Ethics of Legal Interpretation by Graham J. Hole
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy