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Irlen Glasses

autismtwo

When I go into shops, especially supermarkets I get dizzy or if there is bright lights, even the sun in my eyes,, I get dizzy, it is like I am half drunk. My balance goes off. I was thinking maybe I am light sensitive.. researching,, I came across Irlen Glasses which are filter lens of some type.

Anyone know anything about this, is it a path worth exploring. I always assumed the dizzy spells were anxiety related, but could it be light sensitivity ?

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  • bede said:

    It is very complex and choosing by trial and error is unlikley to be be very good - especially for those with profound problems.

     

    Although this is true, where the only option avaliable is trial and error with standard tints some problems can be reduced.

    For instance, although I still struggle with the pressure sensation, concentraion and co-ordination problems, my headaches have been reduced to the point of significant increase in quality of life and also I do not find mild glare as painful. (more profound glare is still a problem, though) visual movement, car headlights for instance, is much less alarming and as a result easier for me to navigate near.

    I could just be lucky with the results I've had, but even trial and error can be better than nothing.

    That being said, if you do get the opportunity for a more professional solution, don't pass it up even if this does work for you.

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  • bede said:

    It is very complex and choosing by trial and error is unlikley to be be very good - especially for those with profound problems.

     

    Although this is true, where the only option avaliable is trial and error with standard tints some problems can be reduced.

    For instance, although I still struggle with the pressure sensation, concentraion and co-ordination problems, my headaches have been reduced to the point of significant increase in quality of life and also I do not find mild glare as painful. (more profound glare is still a problem, though) visual movement, car headlights for instance, is much less alarming and as a result easier for me to navigate near.

    I could just be lucky with the results I've had, but even trial and error can be better than nothing.

    That being said, if you do get the opportunity for a more professional solution, don't pass it up even if this does work for you.

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