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What is the brief a adult version?: A Look at the BRIEF-A Neuropsychological Test

Approximately 18.1% of adults in the U.S. experience some form of mental health issue in a given year, many of which can affect cognitive function. A standardized instrument used to evaluate these cognitive processes is the **Brief a adult version**, more accurately known as the BRIEF-A, or Behavior Rating Inventory of Executive Function–Adult Version. This assessment provides a comprehensive view of an adult's self-regulation and executive functions in their daily environment.

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Do older people drive less? Examining senior driving habits

According to research by the IIHS, people aged 70 and older drive fewer miles annually than middle-aged drivers, often engaging in self-regulation by limiting their time behind the wheel. This behavior is a direct response to a common inquiry: do older people drive less? The data suggests a clear trend of reduced driving as age-related changes occur.

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