For people who are easily distracted, driving can feel like a stressful endeavor. From stoplights to traffic jams to honking horns, there’s lots to consider when buckling your seat belt and hitting the gas.
But while distracted driving is a danger for absolutely everyone, people with ADHD may have more to contend with when it comes to operating a vehicle.
Research says that people with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder are more likely to get in a car crash that’s their fault — and to get traffic tickets.
There are a number of reasons this happens, and a lot of it has to do with the sheer number of distractions that can occur while driving. But experts say this research shouldn’t discourage folks with ADHD, particularly those who manage their diagnosis well.
Below, experts share what you should know about this research and what drivers who have trouble focusing should do to stay safe on the road.
