Impact for teens
How would teens feel about getting into a car accident?
Surreal, frighten, confusion/shocked, guilty, to name a few.
Thoughts before a car accident occurs and while watching the accident happen?
"Wow, this just happened." "Wow, this just happened to me." "Get out." to name a few...
How many fatal car accidents involving an 18 wheelers in 2020?
In 2020, 4,842 large trucks were involved in a fatal crash, a 4% decrease from 2019 but still a 33% increase since 2011.
What are some symptoms following after a car accident?
Anxiousness, nervousness, fearful regarding driving certain interactions to name a few.
How does a teens' views change regarding driving following a car accident?
Avoidance, fearful, intimidated, anxious, to name a few.
Thoughts during a car accident...?
"How did this happen?" "Why did this happen?" "Why me?" "This could have been avoided." "This is REAL."
How many car accidents involving an 18-wheeler resulted in an injury in 2020?
In 2020, 107,000 large trucks were involved in crashes resulting in an injury.
What does support look like after a car accident?
Therapy, utilizing support system, resuming hobbies, to name a few.
What impacts does car accidents have regarding social and daily life?
Avoidance, not able to drive, PTSD symptoms, to a few.
Thoughts after a car accident?
"I could have died." "I am alive." "This could have been worse." "Could this happen again?"
What are the peaks hours for car accidents involving an 18-wheeler?
12pm-3pm
Views towards driving/ being on the road following a car accident?
Felt better being in control/ feeling not control, it can happen again, to name a few.