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Highway Hypnosis – What is it, and How Might It Affect You?

Americans are always on the go, and they often find themselves lacking in sleep. Unfortunately, this can lead to an increased risk of accident, particularly for those that spend a lot of time driving. This is because, after a while, the brain can become distracted and can result in an almost hypnotic like state. Experts refer to this phenomenon as highway hypnosis. What is it, and how might it affect [...]

Teen Drivers and Texting: Encourage Your Teen to be Safe Behind the Wheel

Although they represent only 14 percent of the U.S. population, teen drivers account for approximately 30 percent of all motor vehicle injuries. Their increased risk is due, in part, to inexperience. However, recent studies suggest that distracted driving (particularly cell phone use) is a major contributing factor in nearly 60 percent of all teen car accidents. As such, it is critical that parents encourage their teens to use safe driving [...]