Citation

Brown RC, Sanders JM, Schonberg SK. Pediatrics 1986; 77(4): 603-607.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1986, American Academy of Pediatrics)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

3960628

Abstract

Accidents, and mainly automotive accidents, are currently the leading cause of mortality and morbidity among young people. Understanding and addressing the issue of automotive accident prevention requires an awareness of the multiple psychodynamic, familial, and societal influences that affect the development and behavior of adolescents. Risk-taking behavior is the product of complex personal and environmental factors. As pediatricians, we have the obligation and the opportunity to improve the safety of our youth who drive and ride. This opportunity is available to us not only in our roles as counselors to youth and families, but also as we serve as role models, educators, and agents for change within our communities.

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