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August 13, 2026Australasian Journal on Ageing

Insights From Older People With Dementia and Mild Cognitive Impairment on the Management of Driving Cessation by Health Professionals: A Qualitative Study

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CSClaire SpargoKLKate LaverZAZoe Adey‐Wakeling

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Overview

Qualitative study highlights needs for communication and support in managing driving cessation for older adults with dementia/MCI.

Key Points

  • The aim is to understand the experiences and needs regarding driving cessation among older adults with dementia or mild cognitive impairment.
  • Conducted semi-structured interviews with 12 individuals aged 65 or older with dementia/MCI
  • Utilized a qualitative descriptive approach and reflexive thematic analysis
  • Participants were recruited from a memory clinic at a South Australian hospital
  • Four phases of driving cessation identified: preparation, navigating decisions, receiving recommendations, and adjusting post-cessation
  • Participants expressed a need for clear communication and guidance from health professionals during the first three phases
  • All participants reported receiving support from family after cessation, but none received help from health professionals.

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Spargo et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a7d76aa2b0e0cff3f640315https://doi.org/10.1111/ajag.70215
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