A businesswoman sheepishly places her head in her hand as she steps up to a microphone and exhibits her fear of public speaking. Glossophobia, or the fear of public speaking, is a common social phobia ...

“My biggest fear was forgetting what I was supposed to say…I remember my mouth being very dry and feeling afraid that I just wouldn’t know what words to use.”—Steve, 53 Whether you have to give a ...

The idea of standing up in front of a crowded room and delivering a wedding speech or an important work presentation fills many of us with heart-pounding dread. Glossophobia, or public speaking ...