Article

PURPOSE: Returning to driving post-stroke is a step towards independence. On
return to driving following stroke, confidence is related to performance in
on-road assessment and self-regulation of driving behaviours occurs. The aim of
this study was to examine the relationship between driver's confidence and
driving habits post-stroke. METHOD: Structured telephone surveys were completed
with 40 stroke survivors (62% men), of mean age 65 years SD 12.17 who returned to
driving post-stroke within the previous 3 years. The survey included: (1)
socio-demographics, (2) Adelaide Driving Self Efficacy Scale (ADSES) and (3)
Driving Habits Questionnaire (DHQ). RESULTS: Male stroke survivors were more
likely to return to driving, drive further and more often. Stroke survivors under
65 years were likely to drive further. Driving confidence was significantly
associated with kilometres driven (p = 0.006), distance driven (p = 0.027) and
self-limiting driving (p = 0.00). CONCLUSION: Findings indicate a relationship
between confidence and driving behaviours post-stroke. Early recognition of
driving confidence will help professionals target specific strategies,
encouraging stroke survivors to return to full driving potential, access
activities and positively influence quality of life. Implications for
Rehabilitation Findings indicate a relationship between confidence and driving
behaviours post-stroke. Early recognition of driving confidence will help
professionals target specific strategies, encouraging stroke survivors to return
to full driving potential, access activities and positively influence quality of
life.

Langue : ANGLAIS