Stress, what effects can it have on the driver?
Human factor: Physical factors
Explanation
**Stress** can negatively affect the driver by causing **distractions at the wheel**. This happens because stress alters the **mood**, which can lead to a loss of **concentration**. For example, situations such as a heated argument or receiving sad news before driving can change the driver's emotional state, increasing the risk of distractions and, consequently, traffic accidents.
Furthermore, stress can share symptoms with **fatigue** and **drowsiness**, such as difficulty concentrating and making decisions, which also contributes to the driver being more easily distracted. These combined factors mean that the driver is not fully attentive to the road, increasing the chances of making mistakes at the wheel.
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