Citation

Lambert AE, Simons-Morton BG, Cain SA, Weisz S, Cox DJ. J. Res. Adolesc. 2014; 24(3): 541-550.

Affiliation

University of Virginia Health System.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2014, John Wiley and Sons)

DOI

10.1111/jora.12126

PMID

25983529

PMCID

PMC4430104

Abstract

The dual-systems model of adolescent risk-taking postulates that risk-taking during adolescence partially results from an imbalance in the development of the executive and the socio-emotional cognitive systems. While supported by behavioral and neuroanatomical data, translational research linking the model with real-world driving or laboratory driving simulation is sparse. This paper discusses the model as it relates to adolescent driving and reviews empirical studies that have applied it in a driving-specific context. While, the studies reviewed provided partial support, each lacked a critical component necessary to fully test the model. Thus, a strong test has yet to be implemented; however, the dual-systems model holds promise for advancing the understanding of teen driving risk and guiding applications for prevention and policy.

Language: en