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Direct linkERIC Number: EJ881588
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2010-Apr
Pages: 15
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ISSN: ISSN-1055-3835
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The Association of Sensation Seeking and Impulsivity to Driving while under the Influence of Alcohol
Curran, Matthew F.; Fuertes, Jairo N.; Alfonso, Vincent C.; Hennessy, James J.
Journal of Addictions & Offender Counseling, v30 n2 p84-98 Apr 2010
This study examined the association between sensation seeking, impulsivity, and drunk driving. Results showed significant differences in sensation seeking and impulsivity among 160 individuals convicted of impaired or intoxicated driving and individuals who had never been arrested for driving while under the influence/driving while intoxicated offenses. (Contains 1 table.)
Descriptors: Conceptual Tempo, Drinking, Motor Vehicles, Crime, Law Enforcement, Measures (Individuals), Statistical Analysis, Correlation, Psychological Patterns, Behavior Patterns
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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