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Fear of Public Speaking; Speech Anxiety

Written by: Martin Winkler

First version: 22 Jul 2008. Latest version: 22 Jul 2008.

Abstract:
Speech anxiety is defined as an abnormal distress when you have to talk to a large group of people.

Question:

What is speech anxiety and social anxiety? Deseribe fear of public speaking.

Answer:

While it is normal to feel nervous if you have to speak to a large audience, speech anxiety is characterized by an abnormal anticipation and perception in a situation where you have to communicate or present a topic.

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