Symptoms of public speaking anxiety can vary but commonly include:
- Physical symptoms: Sweating, shaking, rapid heartbeat, dry mouth, and nausea. - Emotional symptoms: Intense fear, worry, or panic before and during the speech. - Cognitive symptoms: Difficulty concentrating, mind going blank, or negative self-talk. - Behavioral symptoms: Avoidance of speaking opportunities or reliance on reading from notes excessively.
