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Gallaudet University
A recent study by Gallaudet University students found using public transportation was associated with lower reported stress levels for deaf commuters in the Washington metropolitan area.
The project, “A Pilot Study of Stress in Deaf Commuters,” was conducted by Leah Murphy, Nicolas Garfias, Silvia Herdicka, Brittney Kleinemas and Michael Higgins. The students presented their findings during the 14th annual Dwight David Eisenhower Transportation Fellowship Program Research Showcase, held this week in Washington.
Researchers conducted surveys to identify potential stress factors of deaf people traveling via public (metro, bus, train) or private (walking, biking, motorcycles/scooters, car/carpooling) means. Reasons for the high anxiety levels included high cost of driving (gas, car maintenance), accidents, inclement weather and parking woes. According to the study, respondents said the stress would continue even after reaching their destinations.
The fellowship program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration, provides recipients with opportunities for careers in the transportation field.
A recent study by Gallaudet University students found using public transportation was associated with lower reported stress levels for deaf commuters in the Washington metropolitan area.
The project, “A Pilot Study of Stress in Deaf Commuters,” was conducted by Leah Murphy, Nicolas Garfias, Silvia Herdicka, Brittney Kleinemas and Michael Higgins. The students presented their findings during the 14th annual Dwight David Eisenhower Transportation Fellowship Program Research Showcase, held this week in Washington.
Researchers conducted surveys to identify potential stress factors of deaf people traveling via public (metro, bus, train) or private (walking, biking, motorcycles/scooters, car/carpooling) means. Reasons for the high anxiety levels included high cost of driving (gas, car maintenance), accidents, inclement weather and parking woes. According to the study, respondents said the stress would continue even after reaching their destinations.
The fellowship program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration, provides recipients with opportunities for careers in the transportation field.