Road hypnosis is a physical condition that most drivers are unaware of. It starts after driving for 2.5 hours on the road. In hypnosis, the driver’s eyes are open, but the brain does not record or analyze what the eyes see.
Road hypnosis is the number one reason for crashing into the vehicle or truck parked in front of you.
A driver with road hypnosis does not remember the last 15 minutes until the moment of the accident. They cannot analyze their own speed or the speed of the vehicle in front of them; usually, the accident occurs at a speed of over 140 km/h.
To save yourself from road hypnosis, it is essential to stop every 2.5 hours, walk, and drink tea or coffee.
It is crucial to take note and remember specific locations and vehicles while driving.
If you don’t remember the last 15 minutes, it means you are taking yourself and your passengers towards death.
Road hypnosis occurs more frequently at night, and if the passengers are also sleeping, the situation is extremely critical.
The driver should stop every 2.5 hours, rest for 5-6 minutes, walk, and keep their mind open.
If the eyes are open but the mind is closed, an accident is inevitable. Stay safe and drive safely.
Article source: Courtesy – Dr. Shrikant Gundavara, Radiologist, Pune.