Most people think playing chess makes you 'smarter', but the evidence isn't clear on that
- Written by Graeme Gardiner, PhD Student, University of Southern Queensland

Chess has long been an important part of school culture. Many people believe chess has a range of cognitive benefits including improved memory, IQ, problem solving skills and concentration.
But there is very little...
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