Driving while you’re feeling sleepy is as dangerous as driving when you’re under the influence of drugs or alcohol, it is, however important to know there are some ways you can get stay alert while driving according to a piece written on healthline.com;
1. Drive with a companion
If you’re planning to go on a long road trip, sometimes it is advisable to go with a friend, so both of you can switch driving responsibilities when either one of you gets sleepy at the steering wheel.
This method is mostly used by long-haul drivers, like those who drive trailers across different states for about 13-15 hours a day.
2. Try as much as possible to get a nap before you start driving
It is very important to get a healthy amount of sleep and rest before you get to drive throughout the whole day, however, if that is not possible you can just short nap of about 15 to 30 minutes before you head out to drive. Even The National Sleep Association suggested that having a pre-drive nap will be beneficial to your mental state during your drive.
3. Play some music while driving
Listening to some of your favorite music while you’re driving can keep you focused and alert while you drive, it is advised you play the songs you know the word for word so you can get to sing along, which will stimulate the brain while driving
4. Drink a caffeine
Caffeine is the world’s renowned stimulant, in a 2012 study it was discovered that a cup of coffee can reduce the effect of sleep deprivation which can make a person drowsy while they drive.
