Research Article

Correcting the Cognitive Bias for Commuting Time to Relieve the Driving Stress Level in Snow Weather Condition: A Naturalistic Driving Study in Harbin, China

Table 1

Original 14-item of the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) and modified 7-item.

No.Original 14-itemNo.Modified 7-item

1In the last month, how often have you been upset because of something that happened unexpectedly?1When driving, how often have you been upset because of some driving events that happened unexpectedly?
2In the last month, how often have you felt that you were unable to control the important things in your life?2When driving, how often have you felt that you were unable to control the vehicle?
3In the last month, how often have you felt nervous and stressed?3When driving, how often have you felt nervous and stressed?
4In the last month, how often have you dealt successfully with irritating life hassles?
5In the last month, how often have you felt that you were effectively coping with important changes that were occurring in your life?4When driving, how often have you felt that you were unable to cope with the changing traffic conditions?
6In the last month, how often have you felt confident about your ability to handle your personal problem?
7In the last month, how often have you felt that things were going your way?
8In the last month, how often have you found that you could not cope with all the things that you had to do?5When driving, how often have you found that you could not cope with the driving events?
9In the last month, how often have you been able to control irritations in your life?
10In the last month, how often have you felt that you were on top of things?
11In the last month, how often have you been angered because of things that happened that were outside of your control?
12In the last month, how often have you found yourself thinking about things that you have to accomplish?
13In the last month, how often have you been able to control the way you spend your time?6When driving, how often have you felt that you were unable to control the arrival time?
14How often have you felt that difficulties were piling up so high that you could not overcome them?7When driving, how often have you felt difficulties in the traffic conditions that were piling up so high that you could not overcome them?