Question 6575
Depression is a serious illness that is becoming increasingly common. If you suffer from it, you should know that...
- if you do not take medication, it has no effect on driving.
- you should not drive until at least one hour has passed since taking your medication.
- it has a clear effect on your ability to drive a vehicle safely.
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Correct answer: it has a clear effect on your ability to drive a vehicle safely.
Depression affects your driving whether you take medication or not. It distracts you, makes you less confident when making decisions, and causes drowsiness and fatigue. There is also no fixed waiting period, such as one hour, after which it is safe to drive while taking the medication.