Does chess cause stress?
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Of course — but positively! Chess is indeed stressful at times, particularly in playing closely fought games or when competing. Clock pressure, fear of mistakes, and mental fatigue from long calculation can get to you. But for most, it is also a source of positive stress. It enhances concentration, decision-making capacity, and resilience. As with any competitive activity, it's all in the management. Casual games? Probably not that frightening. Tournaments? That's an entirely different matter.
How about you — does chess frighten you or enable you to unwind?