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Chess as a therapeutic tool: Two studies show potential for improved quality of life

For several years, researchers at the Central Institute of Mental Health (CIMH) have been investigating whether chess-based cognitive training can also have therapeutic benefits. Two recent studies involving people with alcohol dependence, as well as children and adolescents with mental health conditions, now show that such training can improve quality of life and enhance cognitive abilities.

Chess as a therapeutic tool: Two studies show potential for improved quality of life

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