Radio Commentary
It seems like more
and more drivers are acting out their anger when they get behind the wheel.
After they've been
cut off, tailgated, or slowed down by a car in front of them, these angry
drivers can even commit acts of violence.
Teaching your
children about road rage and how to prevent it is vital to their health and
well-being.
One study of more
than 10,000 incidents of aggressive driving revealed that at least 200 people
were killed and another 12,600 people were injured because of driver anger.
Remember that you
are a role model for your children. Keep your anger in check and model for your
teens how to be a safe driver.
One good rule:
don't take actions that might offend other drivers. These might include cutting
drivers off, driving slowly in the left lane, or tailgating. Avoid these
actions at all costs.
Also, don't
engage. One angry driver can't start a fight unless another one is willing to
join in. So take a deep breath and move on.
It also helps to
“steer clear.” Give angry drivers lots of room and avoid eye contact. If an
angry driver is following you or using a car as a weapon against you, call for
help if possible.
Anger management
courses have helped many individuals gain insight and practical techniques to
keep their tempers under control.
When your children
are riding in the car with you remember that they will copy your behavior. Be a
good model for their sake as well as your own.
