Intermittent light stimulation in on-demand streaming television series, accuracy of information and seizure occurrence. The stream-light study

Abstract

In about 3% of people with epilepsy (PWE), exposure to flashing light sequences (FLS) can trigger seizures. Exposure to FLS may as well induce other symptoms (i.e. headache and dizziness). On-demand streaming platforms (OSP) have become popular nowadays. Binge watching sessions involve the use of laptops and take place in conditions of low ambient light. The purpose our study is to identify the presence of FLS in the catalogues offered by the main OSP, and to assess any correlation to seizure or discomfort symptoms recurrence. The presence of adequate information addressed to PWE was evaluated.