Photosensitive seizures

Television and electronic games are major factors that evoke seizures. Other light sources include flickering or reflected sunlight, lightning, car headlights, flickering artificial lights, arcade games, disco or even simple Christmas tree lights and sharply contrasting patterns.
Some computer games can evoke seizures. Several factors explain why seizures occur during video games: photosensitive response to physical characteristics of the TV display, e.g., flicker at or near the frequency of the electrical supply; photosensitive response to the game’s visual content; specific cognitive activities, decision making.
Emotional factors are also a significant cause, such as anxiety or excitement; ssleep deprivation or fatigue; and simple chance.
To minimise the risk, the viewing distance should be at least four times the screen width. The room should be appropriately lit to avoid glare or excessive contrast between screen and ambient room light levels. Avoid prolonged play! Children should not play when sleep deprived or febrile. Laviva Online Store

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