PSYCHOLOGY OF EMOTIONS

Detailed explanation-1: -Lack of control over the situation. When drivers have no control over their driving environment and are stuck in traffic, the lack of control over the traffic event is frustrating and often leads to anger vented towards a nearby driver. It is the application of the old adage, “frustration leads to aggression."

Detailed explanation-2: -Trait driving anger, the propensity to become angry when driving, correlated positively with anger in frequently occurring driving situations and in day-to-day driving and with aggressive and risky behaviors while driving.

Detailed explanation-3: -Furthermore a strong link has been found between anger while driving and subsequent near accidents. Additional studies have indicated that driving anger could easily cause drivers to engage in aggressive and risky driving behaviors, such as speeding, tailgating, and the forcible overtaking of another vehicle [8–10].

Detailed explanation-4: -Let the other driver pass. Road rage drivers are usually in a hurry, so get out of their way without engaging. Don’t make eye contact. Contact authorities. Don’t go home or find a safe place to stop.