Neurology, psychiatry and the chess game: A narrative review

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Abstract

The chess game comprises different domains of cognitive function, demands great concentration and attention and is present in many cultures as an instrument of literacy, learning and entertainment. Over the years, many effects of the game on the brain have been studied. Seen that, we reviewed the current literature to analyze the influence of chess on cognitive performance, decision-making process, linking to historical neurological and psychiatric disorders as we describe different diseases related to renowned chess players throughout history, discussing the influences of chess on the brain and behavior.

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Franklin, G. L., Pereira, B. N. G. V., Lima, N. S. C., Germiniani, F. M. B., Camargo, C. H. F., Caramelli, P., & Teive, H. A. G. (2020, March 1). Neurology, psychiatry and the chess game: A narrative review. Arquivos de Neuro-Psiquiatria. Associacao Arquivos de Neuro-Psiquiatria. https://doi.org/10.1590/0004-282X20190187

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