ADHD and Driving Risk in Teenagers: Interventions

Plain-language summary

Research suggests that certain interventions can help reduce driving risks for teenagers with ADHD. These interventions often involve a combination of structured learning and family involvement, though more research is needed to fully understand their long-term effects and how widely they can be applied.

Key findings

• Structured learning-to-drive programs may be beneficial for teenagers with ADHD by providing a more controlled environment to develop driving skills.
• Family-focused interventions, where parents are actively involved in teaching and monitoring driving, show promise in improving driving safety for this group.
• Interventions that address specific challenges related to ADHD, such as inattention and impulsivity, within a driving context can be helpful.
• Consistent practice and reinforcement of safe driving behaviors are important components of effective interventions.

Studies cited (2)

1. Characterizing the Learning-to-Drive Period for Teens with Attention Deficits — Bishop HJ, Curry AE, Stavrinos D (2019, Journal of developmental and behavioral pediatrics : JDBP, other)

   DOI: 10.1097/DBP.0000000000000706 PMCID: PMC7098046

2. Efficacy of a family-focused intervention for young drivers with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder — Fabiano GA, Schatz NK, Morris KL (2016, Journal of consulting and clinical psychology, other)

   DOI: 10.1037/ccp0000137 PMCID: PMC5125890