Stop signs cause more harm than good, some experts say
The red octagonal sign is among the most recognizable features of a car-centred society, but drivers have a complex relationship with the ubiquitous STOP sign, one rooted in human nature and behavioural psychology.
There is a growing movement, in fact, to do away with stop signs altogether.
“As a whole, signs are not particularly powerful determinants of behaviour,” said U.K. traffic consultant Ben Hamilton-Baillie. “I’ve never seen anyone light up a cigarette in a church, but I’ve also never seen a sign that says ‘no smoking.’ There’s a powerful, socially determined cue going on there.” (Photo: Darren Calabrese/National Post)
I find it hard to believe that taking out the sign will improve behavior..
