Abstract
The contrast sensitivity function (CSF) is routinely assessed in clinical evaluation of vision and is the primary limiting factor in how well one sees. CSF improvements are typically brought about by correction of the optics of the eye with eyeglasses, contact lenses or surgery. We found that the very act of action video game playing also enhanced contrast sensitivity, providing a complementary route to eyesight improvement.
Publication types
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Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
MeSH terms
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Brain / physiology
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Contrast Sensitivity / physiology*
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Exercise Therapy / methods*
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Neuropsychological Tests
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Photic Stimulation / methods
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Physical Fitness / physiology*
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Psychomotor Performance / physiology
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Treatment Outcome
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Video Games / psychology*
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Vision Disorders / physiopathology
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Vision Disorders / therapy*
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Visual Pathways / physiology
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Visual Perception / physiology