John Wolstenholme MNRAH MNCH (Reg)
NHS Provider No 8GR66
I probably see more people for glossophobia and these types of problems than almost anything. It surprises people when they realise that it’s often people who may seem very confident who also suffer from glossophobia or social anxiety. It can affect you as a university student, a lecturer, a tv celebrity, a company director, or whoever you are. In one well known survey in the USA, more people rated a fear of public speaking higher than a fear of death!
The sort of situations that cause problems in this area (known as glossophobia) include:
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Making a presentation (e.g. business or university)
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Attending a meeting where you may need to speak.
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Social situations and gatherings.
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A situation which is unusual for you, such as making a wedding speech or presenting a prize.
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Typical symptoms can include sweating, fast breathing, blushing, racing heart and a feeling of panic. When the symptoms start, this reinforces the beliefs and the inward attention, creating a circle.
