The influence of spouses and their driving roles in self-regulation: A qualitative exploration of driving reduction and cessation practices amongst married older adults.

ABSTRACT: INTRODUCTION:There is growing evidence to suggest the importance of self-regulatory practices amongst older adults to sustain mobility. However, the decision to self-regulate driving is a complex interplay between an individual's preference and the influence of their social networks including spouse. To our best knowledge, the influence of an older adult's spouse on their decisions during driving transition has not been explored. MATERIALS AND METHODS:This qualitative descriptive study was conducted amongst married older adults aged 60 years and above. All interview responses were transcribed verbatim and examined using thematic approach and interpretative description method. RESULTS:A total of 11 married couples were interviewed. Three major themes emerged: [1] Our roles in driving; [2] C

SUBMITTER: Ang BH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7228106 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature