Document Type : Original Article
Authors
1 Department of Health in Disasters and Emergencies, School of Public Health and Safety, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
2 Faculty of Medicine, Cyprus International University, North Cyprus
3 Workplace Health Promotion Research Center (WHPRC), School of Public Health and Safety, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
4 Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society (NVS), H1, Division of Family Medicine and Primary Care, Huddinge, Sweden
5 Air Quality and Climate Change Research Center, Research Institute for Health Sciences and Environment, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
Abstract
Background: Previous analyses have revealed that the human factor is significant in causing traffic accidents. Antisocial driving behaviors have led to a phenomenon called driving violence, which poses a significant risk to other road users. Accordingly, this study aimed to explore the concept of antisocial driving behavior and its various types.
Methods: This qualitative study was carried out using a content analysis approach and involved 12 participants selected through the purposive sampling method. In-depth semi-structured interviews were conducted from June to September 2019 in Tehran, Iran. Data were analyzed using Graneheim’s approach.
Results: The study identified a total of 419 primary codes, 10 subcategories, and 5 main categories including culture, violation of laws, reduced traffic safety, reduced social welfare, and risk-taking behaviors.
Conclusion: Antisocial behaviors in driving are context-based and pose a potential risk to other road users. They often violate citizenship rights and driving laws while being related to the prevailing culture of the community. Therefore, appropriate interventions and policies should be adopted to reduce these behaviors.
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