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Public Speaking Anxiety

Anxiety in the form of fear of public speaking is common. It can go from slight apprehension to deadening trepidation and frenzy. Many people who suffer from this fear either avoid public speaking altogether or endure it with shaking hands and trembling voices.

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I feel shy and anxious when talking to people. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, I am 25 years old and have had anxiety and shyness for the last seven years. I am afraid of talking to a group of people and in other public places. I feel shy in talking to girls. I do not know why I get emotional every time. Can you please suggest some medications for the same?  Read Full »


Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your situation. You might have a social anxiety disorder, and non-pharmacological treatment options are available. I suggest you do exercises daily for 30 to 45 minutes and go out for a walk. If possible, join the gym or go swimming as it will help b...  Read Full »

I have suicidal thoughts and anxiety. How to overcome this?

Query: Hi doctor, I feel like I have serious mental issues. I cannot go out in public. I feel suffocated as soon as I see people. I start to panic, and it gets hard for me to breathe and the feeling of guilt haunts me for months, and it is stuck inside my head. And these emotions feel as if I am hurt physi...  Read Full »


Dr. Seikhoo Bishnui

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The symptoms you mentioned include feeling suffocated by people or not wanting to interact with others, guilt, bad thoughts, worries, negative views, ideas of suicide, etc. are part of some mood disturbance. This could be depression and should be evaluated properly. You...  Read Full »

Please help me overcome my public speaking anxiety.

Query: Hi doctor, My interview is at the end of this month. I have public speaking anxiety. Taking Propranolol 120 mg helps a lot. But still, I feel uneasy, anxious, and sweaty. My dreams will come true if I pass on the interview. What to do?   Read Full »


Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Stay relaxed. Have faith in yourself. Do not be afraid of anyone. Start preparing for your interview. If it is oral, then practice it with someone. You must talk with a proper eye to eye contact. You should stand in front of the mirror and...  Read Full »

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