Find out how certain health conditions can affect your ability to drive, and learn what information the DMV uses to make decisions about your driving privileges.
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Dementia
Dementia can change how you understand things and how you see the world around you.
Diabetes
Changes in blood sugar levels can make you feel confused and can be dangerous.
Lapses of Consciousness
If you have seizures or an injury that makes you lose consciousness, you could cause an accident.
Vision Conditions
Some vision problems make it hard to see oncoming cars and lane lines.
Evaluation Guidelines
DMV looks at many things to decide if you can drive safely.
Self-Assessment Questionnaire
The driver skills self-assessment questionnaire can help you decide if you should have your driving abilities evaluated.