Sleep Deprivation Causes Teen Car Accidents
Sleep deprivation is one of the common problems that teenagers face. Teenagers have to meet the demands of school, sports, extracurricular activities, homework and after school jobs. They need to …
Teen Driver Accidents
Serious Crashes Increase By 15% in Summer
Serious car crashes caused by 16 to 19 years old drivers increase by 15% during the summer months. Holiday mood sets in during summer vacation. Teenagers often think of a …
Drowsy Driving Car Accidents Involving Teens
Many teachers and parents are unaware of the chronic sleep deprivation problem among teens. Research shows that many sleepy teenagers suffer from chronic sleep deprivation. This may affect their performance …
20% of Teen Car Accident Fatalities Linked to Poor Sleep
Car accidents are a leading cause of death among teenagers and about 20 percent of those deaths can be linked to someone not getting a good night’s rest. More than …
Reckless Driving Accidents Involving Teen Drivers
In 2011, 2,650 teens in the age group of 16-19 were killed in auto accidents. Another 292,000 reported to the emergency departments with injuries suffered in motor vehicle accidents. In …
Speeding Among Top Causes of Teen Accidents
Speeding is a dangerous behavior and can significantly increase the chances of an accident, especially if you are driving too fast for the road or weather conditions. When a car …