A multi-factorial framework for understanding reckless driving-appraisal indicators and perceived environmental determinants.

Author(s)
Taubman Ben-Ari, O. Mikulincer, M. & Iram, A.
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Abstract

The current study adopted an approach, in which reckless driving is perceived as related to both personal and environmental factors. Young drivers (N = 295) reported on reckless driving related threat and challenge appraisals, their perceived control over reckless driving, their disregard for negative consequences of this specific behavior, positive feedback received on their driving, environmental driving-climate and negative driving modeling. The dependent measure was self-reported frequency of reckless driving. Findings indicated that challenge and self-efficacy appraisals, along with negative environmental influences were related to higher frequency of risky driving, whereas threat appraisals, as well as positive feedback, were related to a lower frequency of reckless driving. In addition, whereas for men, self-efficacy in driving strongly predicted reckless driving, disregard for negative consequences was an important predictor for women. The results are discussed in view of an evaluating process of personal cognitive-emotional resources and environmental support proposed by Lazarus. Recommendations are made regarding the potential effectiveness of using positive appeals in prevention interventions. (A) "Reprinted with permission from Elsevier".

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I E124076 /83 / ITRD E124076
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Transportation Research, Part F. 2004 /11. 7(6) Pp333-49 (59 Refs.)

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