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[[Chess]] presents interesting intellectual challenges.  It is said that: "Chess has an advantage over most school subjects: it combines both [[theory and practice]]. Ideas are honed and tested in the crucible of competitive play. Poor formulation or poor execution of ideas loses games. Careless, faulty thinking is ruthlessly refuted on the chessboard."<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20080712164555/http://users.eniinternet.com/bradleym/NoAlt.html There Is No Satisfactory Alternative To Go]</ref>  

[[Chess]] presents interesting intellectual challenges.  It is said that: "Chess has an advantage over most school subjects: it combines both [[theory and practice]]. Ideas are honed and tested in the crucible of competitive play. Poor formulation or poor execution of ideas loses games. Careless, faulty thinking is ruthlessly refuted on the chessboard."<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20080712164555/http://users.eniinternet.com/bradleym/NoAlt.html There Is No Satisfactory Alternative To Go]</ref>  

According to Healthline.com: "Playing chess can improve cognitive skills like memory, planning, and problem-solving. It may also help reduce symptoms of certain brain conditions."<ref>[https://www.healthline.com/health/benefits-of-playing-chess The 9 Best Benefits of Playing Chess], Healthline.com</ref>

According to Healthline.com: "Playing chess can improve cognitive skills like memory, planning, and problem-solving. It may also help reduce symptoms of certain brain conditions."<ref>[https://www.healthline.com/health/benefits-of-playing-chess The 9 Best Benefits of Playing Chess], Healthline.com</ref>  "Cognitive stimulating activities seem to be protective factors against [[dementia]]," observed one study.<ref>https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6617066/</ref>

Some countries, particularly nations like [[Uzbekistan]] from the former [[Soviet Union]], promote chess as a fundamental aspect of learning and mental development.

Some countries, particularly nations like [[Uzbekistan]] from the former [[Soviet Union]], promote chess as a fundamental aspect of learning and mental development.