Mobile Technology Monitoring System to Assess a Web-based Intervention for Teen Risky Driving

A Pilot Study of a Mobile Technology Monitoring System to Assess a Web-based Intervention for Teen Risky Driving

This research study examines the feasibility of using an in-vehicle mobile technology monitoring system to measure teen secondary task engagement during on-road driving as the outcome measure for a web-based intervention to prevent risky driving in novice teen drivers.

This research study examines the feasibility of using an in-vehicle mobile technology monitoring system to measure teen secondary task engagement during on-road driving as the outcome measure for a web-based intervention to prevent risky driving in novice teen drivers. Approximately 20 teens who have been licensed for less than 90 days will be enrolled and evaluated at baseline, ~1 week and ~4 weeks. Participants will complete an intervention after the ~1 week assessment. This study will provide information on the feasibility of the web-based intervention to prevent risky driving and estimation of effect size of the intervention on cell phone use while driving.

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Males or females age 16-17 years at time of enrollment (i.e. can turn 18 while enrolled in research and still be eligible).
2. Has their own iPhone 4S or newer or Android 4.3 or newer smartphone with data plan
3. PA driver's license for 90 days or less at time of teen assent
4. Personal email address and computer and internet access
5. Ability to read and write English
6. Primarily drives one vehicle with the ability to accommodate the DriveID device
7. Parental consent and teen assent

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Participation in a Center for Injury Research and Prevention at CHOP teen driving study within the past 6 months
2. Unable to follow study procedures