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Chess and Insanity: A Look at the Facts<\/h1>\n

For centuries, chess has been considered a strategic and intellectual game. But some believe that the intense focus and mental strain required to play the game can lead to insanity. Is there some truth to this and should you be worried about going crazy when playing chess? Probably not. But there is at least some truth to the myth of chess leading people into insanity. Let’s look at the facts<\/strong> together.<\/p>\n

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Can Chess Actually Make You Go Crazy?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Can Chess Cause Mental Illness?<\/h1>\n

There are several theories on why this might be the case. One theory is that the constant problem-solving and decision-making required in chess can lead to a state of mental exhaustion, which can cause some players to lose touch with reality.<\/p>\n

Another theory is that the high level of competition in chess can lead to intense feelings of stress and anxiety, which can manifest as mental health issues. This is especially true for professional chess players who are under constant pressure to perform at the highest level.<\/p>\n

However, there is no scientific evidence at all that supports these theories.\u00a0Therefore it is safe to assume that chess does not make people go crazy or cause mental illness on its own. <\/strong>However, people with preexisting mental conditions might see them worsened by the increased stress that playing chess<\/a> can cause in some players.<\/p>\n

Bobby Fischer: A Common Example Examined<\/h1>\n

Bobby Fischer was a legendary American chess player who is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in the history of the game. In 1972, Fischer won the World Chess Championship, becoming the first and only American to do so. He eventually developed paranoid schizophrenia and was institutionalized for several years before his death in 2008. This has led many to question whether Fischer’s insanity was caused by his passion for chess.<\/p>\n