Antisocial behavior on the road
A set of conscious or unconscious behavioral actions and deviations committed by people while driving or traveling on the roads, the purpose of which is to harm other people, violate traffic rules, as well as violate public order and safety on the road. This type of behaviour represents a deviation from accepted social norms and ethical values related to road traffic, which negatively affects road safety and the level of trust between road users. From a psychological point of view, antisocial behavior on the road is associated with aggression and impulsivity, which prompt drivers to make risky decisions without caring about the safety of others; with low self-control and emotional control, which increases the likelihood of speeding, reckless driving, or provocations on the road; as well as with a tendency to risky or reckless behavior, when a person seeks to experiment or establish control over the traffic situation, violating legal and ethical norms. At the social level, such behaviour reflects a person’s detachment from collective values and norms, including respect for the rights of others, compliance with the law and cooperation in order to maintain public safety. It also disrupts traffic, increases the likelihood of accidents and injuries, and creates an unsafe road environment that contributes to the spread of stress and aggression among drivers.