Navigating tough conversations with people who have dementia about stopping driving

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At some point, all people with dementia must stop driving due to the impact of cognitive impairment on skills critical for safe driving—but when is the right time, and how should this sensitive matter be best approached?

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  • Reported by Phys.org and published Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:40:09 UTC.

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