Help Researchers Understand Driving Behaviors in Teens Using a Smartphone App
Phase: Recruiting
First Posted: January
What Is the Purpose of This Study?
The purpose of this study is to find out if a phone app can help the learning-to-drive process among teenager and beginner drivers.
Who Can Take Part in This Study?
Teens who may be eligible for this study must meet the following:
- 15.5–17 years old with one parent and/or legal guardian who agrees to participate.
- Driving permit activated within one month of study enrollment.
- Has a functioning smartphone compatible for the Behind the Wheel (BTW) app.
- Speaks and reads English.
- U.S. citizen or have permanent resident status.
- Agree not to enroll in other driving-related research or use a driving performance app during the study period.
What Will Happen During This Study?
Participants will:
- Have a smartphone app installed on their cell phone for 18 months. There are 3 versions of the app. You will be randomly selected for one version:
- provides individualized feedback on driving errors and a driving safety score each week to reflect driving performance, as well as educational materials on car maintenance;
- on top of individualized feedback, driving safety scores and educational materials, it provides reminders on situational supervised driving practices such as driving in the rain or driving at night; and
- provides only educational materials.
- Complete quizzes based on the education materials through the app.
- Teens and parent/guardian will each complete five surveys over the study.
Will We Be Paid for This Study?
Yes, participants will be compensated for their time.
Principal Investigator
Motao Zhu
MD, MS, PhD
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