Question 7725
In general, a driver who suffers from a depressive disorder...
- is more likely to get distracted and become drowsy.
- takes in relevant information better, especially in a complex traffic environment.
- can concentrate more easily.
Show answer and explanation
Correct answer: is more likely to get distracted and become drowsy.
Depression makes you retreat into your thoughts and pay less attention to what's happening around you, so you're easily distracted. It also contributes to drowsiness and fatigue, and makes it harder to pick up on what matters in complex traffic situations. In the image, the driver is closing her eyes at the wheel.