Indicators of Simulated Driving Skills in Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder

• Main Authors: Sherrilene Classen PhD, MPH, OTR/L, FAOTA (Author), Miriam Monahan MS, OTR/L, CDRS (Author), Stephanie Hernandez BHS, OTS (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Scholarworks @ WMU, 2013-08-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Adolescents are at high risk for motor vehicle crashes (MVCs). Teens with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may have an even greater risk for MVCs due to impaired visual, cognitive, and motor skills critical for driving. This prospective two group study demonstrated the demographic, clinical, and simul...