How public speaking anxiety can be reduced through preparation, rehearsal, and exposure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Fear of public speaking, or communication apprehension, is one of the most common fears among individuals, often ranked just below the fear of death in the United States. In this sense, this project synthesizes research on public speaking to examine the relationship between speech anxiety, preparation behaviors, and performance outcomes. Findings indicate that public speaking anxiety is associated with increased fear of evaluation, nervousness, and reduced confidence, as well as less effective preparation strategies such as over researching content, excessive revision, and avoidance behaviors. In contrast, more effective speakers tend to engage in structured and audience-focused preparation, including rehearsal that simulates real speaking conditions. Research also shows that repeated exposure and active rehearsal reduce anxiety and improve fluency, organization, and overall speech performance. Importantly, anxiety does not need to be eliminated for speakers to become effective. Instead, it can be managed through deliberate practice, exposure, and cognitive strategies such as positive self-talk. Overall, the literature suggests that public speaking effectiveness develops through strategic rehearsal and repeated exposure, which help speakers regulate anxiety and improve communication performance over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
COMM 407, Special Topics: Existing Research on Public Speaking<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Doyle Srader<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 – 1:25 PM<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Goodrich 104<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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