Is distraction on the road associated with maladaptive mobile phone use? A systematic review

Rahmillah, Fety Ilma; Tariq, Amina; King, Mark; Oviedo-Trespalacios, Óscar

doi:10.1016/j.aap.2022.106900

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“…Road traffic crashes involving pedestrians are more common in developing countries than developed nations. With the increasing use of technology, smartphone distraction has emerged as a significant distracting activity observed among pedestrians ( 65 ). In recent years, research on pedestrian behavior has become quite prevalent in developed countries; however, it is scarce in LMICs.…”

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Modeling the Influence of Smartphone Distraction and Pedestrian Characteristics on Pedestrian Road Crossing Behavior

Yadav

Pawar

Velaga

2023

Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation R

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With the increase in the use of technology, smartphone distraction has become a significant pedestrian safety issue. Research on pedestrian smartphone distraction has been conducted mainly in western countries, and there is a scarcity of research in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). This study is the first attempt to investigate the effect of smartphone distraction on pedestrians’ road crossing behavior in India. We conducted a survey of pedestrians, with 560 respondents (63.4% males), about their demographics and walking characteristics, pedestrian behavior (violations, errors, lapses, aggressive behaviors, and positive behaviors), and smartphone distraction. The associations of smartphone distraction and pedestrian characteristics with pedestrians’ road crossing behavior were identified by developing structural equation models (SEMs). The strongest influence of smartphone distraction was found to be on violations (factor loading = 0.50), followed by errors (factor loading = 0.44), lapses (factor loading = 0.41), and aggressive behaviors (factor loading = 0.37). No significant effect of smartphone distraction was observed on the positive behaviors. Male pedestrians were more likely to commit violations, errors, lapses, and aggressive behaviors, whereas female pedestrians showed more positive behaviors. Older pedestrians showed more positive behavior than young pedestrians. Pedestrians who walk at high speeds tend to engage in a high number of violations. Pedestrians with a crash history were more likely to commit violations and show aggressive behaviors than those with no prior crash experience. The study findings can aid policymakers in understanding the smartphone distraction habits of pedestrians, which are required to design behavior-based road safety interventions.

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Modeling the Influence of Smartphone Distraction and Pedestrian Characteristics on Pedestrian Road Crossing Behavior

Yadav

Pawar

Velaga

2023

Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation R

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“…This heightened need to stay connected to one’s phone, even during tasks that demand full attention, such as driving, has been amplified ( Bhattacharya et al, 2019 ; Oviedo-Trespalacios et al, 2018 ; Thomée, 2018 ; Oviedo-Trespalacios et al, 2019 ). Unfortunately, this elevated connection to mobile phones has often been associated with addiction and problematic use ( Rahmillah et al, 2023 ). When examining crash data, distraction caused by mobile phone use emerges as a significant contributor to road accidents, more frequently than other sources of attention impairment, such as billboards, internal distractions, or various environmental stimuli ( Ortega et al, 2021 ; Hinton, Watson & Oviedo-Trespalacios, 2022 ; Pöysti, Rajalin & Summala, 2005 ).…”

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“It’s okay because I’m just driving”: an exploration of self-reported mobile phone use among Mexican drivers

Useche,

Alonso,

Faus

et al. 2024

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Introduction Technological advancements have the potential to enhance people’s quality of life, but their misuse can have a detrimental impact on safety. A notable example is the escalating issue of distracted driving resulting from the use of mobile phones behind the wheel, leading to severe crashes and injuries. Despite these concerns, both drivers’ usage patterns and their risk-related associations remain scarcely documented in Mexico. Therefore, this descriptive study aimed to examine the mobile phone usage of Mexican drivers, its relationships to risk awareness and near-miss/crash involvement, and the self-reported underlying reasons for this behavior. Methods This cross-sectional study utilized a sample of 1,353 licensed Mexican drivers who took part in a nationwide series of interviews regarding their onboard phone use settings. Results A significant percentage of drivers (96.8%) recognize using a mobile phone while driving as high-risk behavior. However, only 7.4% reported completely avoiding its use while driving, with 22.4% identified as high-frequency users. Frequency was also found positively associated with the self-reported rate of near-misses and crashes. Furthermore, qualitative data analysis highlights the emergence of a ‘sense of urgency’ to attend to phone-related tasks in response to daily demands and life dynamics, offering a potential explanation for this behavior. Conclusion The results of this study suggest common patterns of onboard mobile use among Mexican drivers concerning driving situations and associated risks. This underscores the need for increased efforts to discourage onboard phone use in the country.

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“…Maladaptive or problematic phone use can lead to symptoms of distress or separation anxiety when the phone user is unable to use their device [ 22 , 23 ]. Furthermore, maladaptive phone use can lead to adverse consequences for the phone user as they go about their daily life, including when driving [ 24 ] or walking [ 25 ]. Phone use while driving can cause dangerous levels of distraction and cause road traffic accidents leading to injuries or deaths.…”

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Selfie-Related Incidents: Narrative Review and Media Content Analysis

Cornell,

Brander,

Peden

2023

J Med Internet Res

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Background Selfie-related injury has become a public health concern amid the near ubiquitous use of smartphones and social media apps. Of particular concern are selfie-related deaths at aquatic locations; areas often frequented because of their photogenic allure. Unfortunately, such places exhibit hazards inherent with their environment. Objective This study aimed to ascertain current evidence regarding selfie-related injuries and recommended risk treatment measures in the academic literature as well as how selfie-related injuries and deaths were being reported by the media, allowing us to identify key challenges facing land managers and public health practitioners in mitigating selfie-related injuries and deaths. Methods Between October and December 2022, we performed a narrative review of peer-reviewed literature published since January 2011. Literature was screened to identify causal factors implicated in selfie-related deaths and injuries, as well as risk treatments recommended. Furthermore, we used an environmental scan methodology to search for media reports of selfie-related injuries and deaths at aquatic locations in Australia and the United States. Individual cases of selfie-related aquatic injuries and deaths sourced from news reports were analyzed to assess epidemiological characteristics, and a thematic content analysis was conducted to identify key themes of news reporting on selfie-related deaths and injuries. Results In total, 5 peer-reviewed studies were included. Four studies identified falls from height as the most common injury mechanism in selfie incidents. Drowning was the second most common cause of death. Recommended risk treatments were limited but included the adoption of “no selfie zones,” physical barriers, signage, and provision of information on dangerous locations to social media users. In total, 12 cases were identified from media reports (4 injuries and 8 fatalities; 7 in Australia and 5 in the United States). The mean age of the reported victims was 22.1 (SD 6.93) years with victims more likely to be female tourists. Content analysis revealed 3 key themes from media reports: “blame,” “warning,” and “prevention and education.” Few media reports (n=8) provided safety recommendations. Conclusions The selfie-related incident phenomenon should be viewed as a public health problem that requires a public health risk communication response. To date, little attention has been paid to averting selfie-related incidents through behavior change methodologies or direct messaging to users, including through social media apps. Although previous research has recommended “no selfie zones,” barriers, and signage as ways to prevent selfie incidents, our results suggest this may not be enough, and it may be prudent to also engage in direct safety messaging to social media users. Media reporting of selfie incidents should focus on preventive messaging rather than blame or warning.

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Is distraction on the road associated with maladaptive mobile phone use? A systematic review

Cited by 29 publications

References 101 publications

Modeling the Influence of Smartphone Distraction and Pedestrian Characteristics on Pedestrian Road Crossing Behavior

Modeling the Influence of Smartphone Distraction and Pedestrian Characteristics on Pedestrian Road Crossing Behavior

“It’s okay because I’m just driving”: an exploration of self-reported mobile phone use among Mexican drivers

Selfie-Related Incidents: Narrative Review and Media Content Analysis

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