ROAD RAGE – BACK OFF FROM AGGRESSIVE DRIVERS Road rage is a growing problem on our highways. Almost daily there is news regarding road rage on our roads. You must realize that you cant control another drivers behavior, but you can control your own. When provoked on road, back off, take a deep breath, and remain calm. Then you can defuse a potentially violent situation. Talk to a friend or family member about the driving experience―telling the story can relieve your stress. What if you are the aggressive driver? Analyze your driving style and whether you are susceptible to road rage; then consider changing your own driving habits. Changing your driving habits is not easy. Youll need to practice and study safer driving habits. Rising stress and frustration is the major cause of road rage. The behaviors typically associated with road rage can be the result of intermittent explosive disorder. People diagnosed with this disorder have had multiple outbursts that are way out of proportion to the situation at hand. Generally, someone gets hurt or property is damaged. These problems can be handled easily with proper treatment. So friends drive safely avoiding fights and quarrels on road. Remember your family needs you.
Posted on: Thu, 16 Oct 2014 06:44:56 +0000