

704: “The Details Matter,” with Shahid Kamal Ahmad
30 snips Aug 6, 2023
Shahid Kamal Ahmad, a video game industry veteran and founder of DeepWell DTX, discusses innovative uses of gaming to address mental health challenges. He shares insights about DeepWell's therapeutic video games designed for anxiety and depression recovery. The conversation also touches on the excitement around Apple's new Vision Pro headset and its potential impact on gaming, as well as the advantages of having a well-organized workspace for productivity. Ahmad explores the integration of Unity with Vision OS, highlighting its mobile-friendly features for virtual reality.
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Games as Medicine
- Studies show video games can be therapeutic, even improving PTSD symptoms.
- Games offer a repeatable benefit through measurable and directable mechanics.
DeepWell DTX
- Shahid Kamal Ahmad joined DeepWell DTX, a company developing therapeutic video games.
- These games aim to address mental health issues and chronic illnesses.
Code is Just Thread
- Shahid's "Code is Just" Twitter thread detailed his career in game development.
- Its unexpected success led to a book deal and a film option.