Teen drivers often become overconfident after one or two years of driving. They tend to indulge in frivolous driving habits and put themselves and others at risk. Liberty Mutual is the fourth largest insurer in the US and has its branches in 30 countries. SADD or Students Against Destructive Decisions is the foremost organization which …
When you discuss safe driving with your teen, it is important to include the devastating consequences of drinking and driving. If you are the parent of a teen who is ready to drive, you may be feeling anxious. Rather than getting worried about it, it is important to start educating your young driver about the …
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 sleep more than adults. According to medical researchers, teenagers should sleep for at least 8 to 10 hours. During puberty, their body and mind undergo …
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 carefree life and lots of fun. The days are long, and there is no school to occupy teens. Unfortunately, many engage in reckless driving, visiting …
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 in school and general behavior as well. This also has the potential to affect the safety of others in the community as well. School routine, …
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 half of all accidents involving someone being tired behind the wheel involve young drivers aged 25 and younger. In 2014, the National Healthy Sleep Awareness …