Current Status and Proposal of Drowsy Driving.
- Author:
Keun Tae KIM
1
;
Ki Young JUNG
Author Information
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords: Drowsy driving; Automobile crash; Sleep deprivation; Sleep disorder
- MeSH: Accidents, Traffic; Automobiles; Cooperative Behavior; Sleep Deprivation; Sleep Wake Disorders
- From:Journal of Sleep Medicine 2016;13(2):35-39
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
- Abstract: Drowsy driving is a major cause of automobile crashes which can lead to more serious injuries than other causes of traffic accidents. Here, we review the accumulated scientific evidences and legal decisions of drowsy driving in various countries. Also, we highlight recent institutional strategies and developing technologies for prevention of drowsy driving. To prevent drowsy driving, raising public awareness as well as collaboration of professionals in various fields are requisites.
