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Tag Archives: speeding
What Makes Some Drivers Speed?
Reasons as to why some drivers tend to exceed speed limits constantly and why some are prone to drunk driving are entirely different, a study by UT researchers suggests.
In both cases the underlying causes can be attributed to the person’s impulsivity and tendency to seek excitement. However, whereas a drunk person decides to sit behind the steering wheel without considering the potential consequences of his or her actions, speeders tend to be very aware of what they are doing. Continue reading
Posted in Research, Social sciences
Tagged behaviour, driving, drunk, prevention, risk, serotonin, speeding
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