A LEA has queried the need for a student with photo-sensitive epilepsy to have
DSA funding for a lap-top computer. They acknowledge that VDUÕs can trigger
epileptic fits, but propose a special screen filter and special spectacles to
eliminate the harmful effect. They want medical confirmation, but I am not
confident that the studentÕs GP has the relevant expertise.
I understand that the problem is screen flicker and that filters etc can reduce
glare but not eliminate the flicker. Can anyone clarify this and give me any
authoritative references which I could present?
Many thanks
Clare Davies
Senior Student Guidance Officer
Nene College, Northampton NN2 7AL
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