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Citation |
McKenna FP, Horswill MS, Alexander JL. J. Exp. Psychol. Appl. 2006; 12(1): 1-10. |
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Affiliation |
Department of Psychology, University of Reading, Reading, BRK, United Kingdom. f.p.mckenna@reading.ac.uk. |
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Copyright |
(Copyright © 2006, American Psychological Association) |
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16536655 |
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Abstract |
Skill and risk taking are argued to be independent and to require different remedial programs. However, it is possible to contend that skill-based training could be associated with an increase, a decrease, or no change in risk-taking behavior. In 3 experiments, the authors examined the influence of a skill-based training program (hazard perception) on the risk-taking behavior of car drivers (using video-based driving simulations). Experiment 1 demonstrated a decrease in risk taking for novice drivers. In Experiment 2, the authors examined the possibilities that the skills training might operate through either a nonspecific reduction in risk taking or a specific improvement in hazard perception. Evidence supported the latter. These findings were replicated in a more ecological context in Experiment 3, which compared advanced and nonadvanced police drivers. |