Perceived Stress and Attitude towards Safe Driving among the Elderly in Malaysia

Abstract

The global increase in adults aged 60 and above has led to more elderly drivers, whose age-related physical, cognitive, and psychological changes may affect driving safety. This study examined safe-driving attitudes, perceived stress, and their relationship among elderly Malaysian drivers using validated PSS-10 and ASD-46 scales. Most participants showed low road-traffic-accident (RTA) risk and low to moderate stress levels. Fisher’s Exact Test found no significant association between perceived stress and RTA risk. Although the findings support the need for interventions promoting safe driving among older Malaysians, the small sample size limits generalizability and warrants larger future studies.