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Irlen syndrome? Visual stress? Visual snow?

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Does anyone else have visual stress or see visual snow / static in their day to day vision? I guess it is called irlen syndrome and it effects people differently regarding how they see. It is not a problem with the eyes, but instead a problem with the brain. People with autism and ADHD have it often. Most people have trouble when it comes to reading, as the words wiggle or jump off the page. My biggest concern is that regardless of looking at a book or looking at a blank white fall or a person's face I constantly see static / pixelated images. Do not get me wrong, it is clear and I can see but it is all just pixelated. Anyone else here struggle with this?????

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spaceoddity

My visual distortions sound a little different but maybe related? I occasionally see the visual static you mentioned, but mostly when lightheaded/dizzy. more often it's like my eyes shake slightly or have trouble staying still. some websites list nystagmus (involuntarily eye movements) as a possible side effect of stimulants, but i am waiting for my psychiatrist to weigh in

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SouLegend

I don't have that. But if you want, I can help you control and keep a shape on your fantasy.

I live and breathe fantasy. :)

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_Sarah_J

I just recently learned about Irlen Syndrome. Have you tried the glasses? They’re supposed to help…?

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