Strategies Flashcards
What is the leading cause of injury for people that are 15-24
Driving accidents because they take greater risks then adults. (It won’thappen to me)
What is the leading cause of injury for people 0-14
Pedestrian accidents because they are unaware of the potential risks.
Who are at greater risk of road accidents
Men because they tend to engage in more risky behaviours. (Speeding, drinking)
Risks for cycling
Wear bright clothes, helmet, have a light at night
Risks for drivers
Wear seatbelt, follow road rules, no phone, eye protection
Risks for pedestrians
Cross at lights/zabra crossing, ovoid quiet streets at night
Risks for Passengers
Don’t distract the driver, wear seat belt, listen to the driver
What effect young peoples behaviours most?
To impress, fit in, peer pressure.
What happens when under pressure?
Decision making can become clouded.
Negative Effects of risky behaviour
Negativly effect your health, relationships, health of others, loss of respect, ingury, damge property.
Positive effects of risk taking
Learning more about yourself, gaining relationships, finding better ways to deal with conflict.
Why do young people take risks?
Family problems, law, attention, medical diagnosis, work/stress, abuse, trauma. To feel a sense of independence