The effect of chess on thinking patterns according to Hermann's scale

Abstract

The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of recreational activities, specifically chess, on thinking patterns in adolescents in Saida state in Algeria . A sample of 14 randomly selected children participated in the study, which utilized a descriptive approach and relied on the Hermann brain theory to assess thinking patterns. Results showed that after learning and practicing chess, there were changes in the thinking compass of the sample ( A= 75<79 ; B=98>89 ; C= 94>90 ; D=76<82) , as evidenced by posttest recordings. value for emotional and executive thinking styles decreased, while scores for rational and creative thinking styles increased. There were no statistically significant differences between pretest and posttest results for the four thinking styles (T A = -1,263 ; T B=,365:T C =1,052 ; TD =-1,074) but the values for the rational and creative styles increased in the posttest, while the values for the executive and emotional styles decreased. The study also found differences in brain region usage between the pretest and posttest. Based on these findings, the authors propose promoting the practice of chess through the establishment of clubs, courses, and other activities that value this mental-emotional activity on a national level.