Module 10

Venting your emotions prevents you from committing acts of road rage.

False

What is an example of a healthy outlet for your emotions?

Exercising

What might you do if you know that you get angry when you're in a hurry?

Leave 10-15 min earlier than you normally would in order to give yourself plenty of time.

What may you need to do if you become overwhelmed with strong emotions while driving?

Pull over and take a break.

How should you react when being pressured by peers to drive unsafely?

Remember that your life and their lives are in your hands.

What are two components of managing your emotions?

Self-awareness and self-control

Aggressive driving is when a driver operates a vehicle in such a way that puts people and property at risk.

True

Driving in an unfamiliar situation can cause a driver stress and anxiety.

True

When experiencing strong emotions, what should you do before driving?

Wait and give your emotions time to settle before driving.

What could be a sign you're an aggressive driver?

You rush through yellow lights.

If you are extremely excited about something, what should you do before you get behind the wheel?

Calm your emotions before driving.

If you are feeling depressed what might it be a good idea to do?

Get someone else to drive.

What is a good way to reduce driving stress?

Give yourself extra time to get to your destination.

Driving with extreme emotions can be just as dangerous as driving under the influence of alcohol or fatigue.

True

If you dwell on negative thoughts they can cause you to react in anger.

True