Contents

• 1.1
  Physical abilities
• – Sensory information
• – Visual acuity – eye test
• – Sensory illusions
• 1.2
  Restrictions on physical abilities
• – Diseases and infirmities
• – The importance of health and fitness
• – Tiredness, alertness, concentration and distraction
• – Alcohol
• – Illegal drugs and medication
• – Emotions
• 1.5
  Psychological and social prerequisites
• – Attitudes and values towards vehicles, driving and road traffic
• – Conspicuous driving and aggressive behavior
• – Emotions and stress in road traffic
• – Recognizing and coping with stress
• 1.6
  Self-image, driving ideals and driver roles
• – Realistic assessment of skills
• – Orientation towards models of traffic behavior