Is there a direct link between the use of drugs of abuse and the most serious traffic accidents?

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Yes, absolutely. The consumption of psychotropic substances and narcotics severely alters the capabilities required for driving (perception, attention, and reaction time). According to the reports of the National Institute of Toxicology and the DGT, a very high percentage of drivers killed on the road test positive for drugs. These substances are a major risk factor and are present in many accidents involving fatalities or serious injuries, regardless of whether they are mixed with alcohol or not.

Is there a direct link between the use of drugs of abuse and the most serious traffic accidents?

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