Neurology, psychiatry and the chess game: a narrative review

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.

摘要
国际象棋（Chess）涵盖认知功能的多个维度，对专注力与注意力要求极高，且在全球诸多文化中均作为读写启蒙、学习与娱乐的载体广泛流传。多年来，学界已针对该游戏对大脑的诸多影响展开了大量研究。鉴于此，本研究综述了现有相关文献，旨在分析国际象棋对认知表现与决策过程的影响；同时结合历史神经与精神疾病的研究脉络，详述了历史上知名棋手所罹患的各类病症，并探讨了国际象棋对大脑与行为的作用。