UNIT 8 DRIVER BEHAVIOUR ATTITUDES REACTIONS AND BEHAVIOURS

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Slide 8. 1 Moods and Emotions A ‘mood’ is a state of mind, in which your reactions can be affected in good or bad ways: for example you might respond angrily to an otherwise reasonable situation if you are feeling ‘in a bad mood’. An ‘emotion’ is a strong feeling about something or someone. Emotions include sadness, anxiety, fear, or happiness. Moods and emotions affect driving by influencing how you respond to situations.

Slide 8. 2 Defensive Driving Defensive driving is anticipating dangerous situations and taking appropriate action. Defensive drivers observe and anticipate: The actions of other road users Potential hazards Road conditions Defensive driving reduces the need for sudden evasive action, and reduces the risk of collisions.

Slide 8. 3 Values ‘Values’ are principles or standards you have, that you apply to your driving style. Some values might be: Patience Safety Caring for the environment Respecting other drivers Courtesy Others?

Slide 8. 4 Motives A ‘motive’ is the reason for doing something or behaving in a specific way. Your motives for driving might include: Independence : you want to go where you want, when you want Convenience: you want to be able to get close to your destination quickly Comfort: you want to travel in a warm and dry environment Time: you are in a hurry Safety: you want to travel in a secure environment Others?

Slide 8. 5 Negative Influences Some things can make us more negative drivers. Some examples of negative influences: Having a bad day An argument with a co-worker or family member Stress at work or financially Being cold or hungry Noise or distractions in the car Other drivers’ behaviours Bad weather Others?

Slide 8. 6 Positive Influences Some things can make us more positive drivers. Some examples of positive influences: Having a good day Good weather Going someplace to do something you enjoy Travelling with good friends Getting a raise or reward at work Others?