Teenagers and Driving

Posted on July 7, 2011 by Carol Paxman

As the only adult in my home we only needed one car, after all, I was the only one who could drive. As Hailey got older things started to get more complicated. There were days spent with friends and evenings at drama club. I knew that once she got a job it would be even crazier. As soon as she turned fifteen I took her to get her learners permit. I was then very grateful for her father. I’m a nervous driver, snow, rain and other people make me crazy. I knew I was not the best person to teach … Continue reading →

Your Teen May Have Had a “Near Miss” Accident

Posted on June 16, 2011 by Jen Thorpe

Typically, teenagers are not thought to be the safest, most reliable, drivers on the road. Some teenagers, of course, might be excellent drivers, but most of them are not. A study reveals that majority of teens have had a “near miss” experience while driving. There are many reasons why teenagers are not usually very good at driving. It’s difficult to be good at a skill that you are still learning how to do, and have not had much experience with. Teenagers tend to be more impulsive than older adults, and this includes when they are driving. Not all parents allow … Continue reading →