Interesting Fact - Chess

According to research carried out at the University of Sydney, playing chess at a young age can raise a child's IQ, improve their memory and teach them how to take responsibility for their actions.

(Dr Peter Dauvergne believes that chess is one of the most effective teaching tools to prepare children for a world increasingly swamped by information and ever tougher decisions

I believe it's actually compulsory in Armenia. I wonder when World of Warcraft will be given the same recognition.)