Evaluating and Enhancing Driving Skills for Individuals With Intellectual Disabilities Through Simulator Training

IF 1 4区医学 Q3 EDUCATION, SPECIAL

Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities Pub Date : 2021-01-27 DOI:10.1177/1088357620985458

Kristina N. Randall, Joseph B. Ryan, Jordan N. Stierle, S. Walters, W. Bridges

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Abstract

Research consistently demonstrates that attainment of a driver’s license and access to a vehicle directly and favorably influence employment outcomes, enhance one’s ability to capitalize on quality jobs, and expand one’s access to community and independent opportunities. This study used a driving simulator to provide driving lessons to 12 young adults with intellectual disabilities (IDs). The purpose was to use a safe learning environment to screen candidates for those who showed the potential to obtain a driver’s license. Instruction was provided using a set of interactive exercises focusing on controlling the vehicle via lane keeping, speed maintenance, and obstacle avoidance tasks. Results revealed that simulator training provided a safe learning environment to identify individuals demonstrating the potential to safely operate a motor vehicle. Participants demonstrated moderate to large gains in maintaining lane position, speed, braking response, and target detection. Implications and suggestions for future research are provided.

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通过模拟训练评估和提高智障人士的驾驶技能

研究一致表明，获得驾驶执照和使用车辆直接而有利地影响就业结果，提高一个人利用优质工作的能力，并扩大一个人获得社区和独立机会的机会。这项研究使用驾驶模拟器为12名智障青年提供驾驶课程。目的是利用一个安全的学习环境来筛选那些有潜力获得驾照的候选人。通过一系列互动练习提供指导，重点是通过车道保持、速度保持和避障任务控制车辆。结果显示，模拟训练提供了一个安全的学习环境，以识别具有安全驾驶机动车辆潜力的个人。参与者在保持车道位置、速度、制动响应和目标检测方面表现出中等到较大的进步。对今后的研究提出了启示和建议。

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Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities Multiple-

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3.50

自引率

5.00%

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期刊介绍： Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities addresses issues concerning individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities and their families. Manuscripts reflect a wide range of disciplines, including education, psychology, psychiatry, medicine, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech/language pathology, social work, and related areas. The journal’s editorial staff seeks manuscripts from diverse philosophical and theoretical positions.