Sep 09 2024 55 mins
Hadijat Muftau-Lediju is a dedicated occupational therapist known for her unique approach to therapy, integrating video games to enhance skill development. She has a background working with adults with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and dementia, later dedicating over four years to pediatrics in clinical and school settings. In these roles, she integrates video games, technology, assistive tech, and game design methods into therapy (e.g., executive functioning through inventory management, main quests and side quests, and working memory). In addition to her contributions to DeepWell TDx, she serves as a consultant with Cephable, an assistive technology software company.
Hadijat has also been a featured speaker at notable events, including the Game Devs of Color Expo (September 18-21, 2024), where she presented "How Your Game Can Be Used in Rehabilitation and Therapy," and the 2nd Annual Black Girl Gamers Summit (August 3, 2024), where she discussed "Protect Your Mental." Committed to innovative practices, Hadijat strives to make therapy both enjoyable and impactful for clients of all ages.
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