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Recently I was asked to give a presentation. Audience was less around 10 people, but when went to give presentation my hands were shivering and my voice was trembling, heart beat was increasing. I am normal when speaking to others socially but i get nervous on public speaking.
Please help me how I can improve. I want to get rid of this phobia of giving presentations or public speaking.
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the above symptoms are due to low confidence along with low self-esteem which is causing you anxiety. Try consulting a clinical psychologist for psychotherapy sessions.
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It generally happens because of certain inhibitions we tend to develop in our early years or it can be because of certain bad incident in the past, still hooked in mind as a memory or a fear of judgement is there. We have to diagnose that through case study. This can easily treated with COGNITIVE BEHAVIOUR THERAPY along with some other psychotherapies. To proceed, You can take appointment from a Psychologist.
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Yes sureirs mostly. Because of low self esteem and worth and fear of being judged. Lot of irrational thoughts causes anxiety
We need to work on the roots to eliminate it not just by giving tips
Consult with me or any psychologist for therapy and counseling
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It's workable seek help
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Dr. Arjit Gaurav
Sexologist
12 yrs exp
Gandhinagar
Agree with dt bhat
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Dr. Akshata Bhat
Consultation-Liaison Psychiatrist
8 yrs exp
Mumbai
Social anxiety disorder, also called social phobia, is an anxiety disorder in which a person has an excessive and unreasonable fear of social situations. Anxiety (intense nervousness) and self-consciousness arise from a fear of being closely watched, judged, and criticized by others. Symptoms include: Tremors, feeling anxious or nervous, sense of panic, sweating, increased heartbeat, feeling of impending doom, stomach discomfort, dizziness etc These can be debilitating. If the anxiety us overwhelming, consult a psychiatrist at the earliest. With the right medication and counseling, it is likely your symptoms will improve.
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