ERIC Number: EJ739689
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Publication Date: 2006
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The Effects of Fatal Vision Goggles on Drinking and Driving Intentions in College Students
Hennessy, Dwight A.; Lanni-Manley, Elizabeth; Maiorana, Nicole
Journal of Drug Education, v36 n1 p59-72 2006
The present study was designed to examine the effectiveness of Fatal Vision Goggles in reducing intentions to drink and drive. Participants performed a field sobriety task and drove in a traffic simulator while wearing the goggles. A regression analysis was performed in order to predict changes in intentions to drink and drive, using typical drinking patterns, perceived likelihood of getting into a collision when drinking and driving, self efficacy, and driving independence as predictor variables. Results showed that drinking and driving intentions were reduced following the use of Fatal Vision Goggles among those that typically drink more during outings, among those that believe the likelihood of collisions when drinking and driving are greater, and among those less likely to drive to achieve independence and autonomy. These results indicate that Fatal Vision Goggles can be an effective tool in altering drinking and driving attitudes among drivers with specific attitudinal and personal characteristics. (Contains 1 table.)
Descriptors: College Students, Drinking, Attitude Change, Prevention, Program Effectiveness, Self Efficacy, Traffic Safety, Health Promotion, Simulated Environment, Visual Acuity, Predictive Measurement
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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