Gaming With a Shunt: How I Built a Seizure-Safe Streaming Setup
Chronic illness won’t stop my controller. Here’s how I created a safe, neurodivergent-friendly Twitch setup and community—chaos and kindness included.

Let’s be real—flashing lights and high-stress games can be rough on a brain with epilepsy. But I didn’t want to give up gaming, so I got smart with it.
Here’s what I use for a safer, more accessible stream:
Blue light filters on everything.
Lower screen brightness + warm color tones.
Avoiding high-flicker or flashing games (looking at you, horror games).
Frequent breaks to avoid fatigue and headaches.
Twitch overlays that limit screen chaos.
I stream as ShuntHappens, and I’m building a neurodivergent-friendly community where chaos and compassion coexist. You don’t need to be a pro—you just need to show up and be kind. We’ve got room for everyone (unless you’re toxic—then, bye).