Public speaking is said to be the biggest fear reported by many scientific studies. You may have heard of the joke that some people would prefer to be in their own coffin than give a eulogy at the funeral. While this may be an exaggeration for some, many would agree.
The fear of public speaking or performance often leads to the phenomenon of stage fright. It's certainly kind of a phobia to stand up in front of hundreds and thousands of audiences and present yourself. This very situation exacts a huge toll over self-esteem and self-confidence and causes some people to leave the institution of opportunities for themselves.
Many including senior professional performers suffer from the terror of inexplicit silence. And since they are embarrased they try to keep it a secret, even from their spouse or the closest members of family and friends.
Most of us feel a degree of nervous apprehension when preparing to speak or perform in front of a group. But those who are filled with a feeling of dread and panic during suck situations or anywhere person might be the center of attention may be suffering from a common problem of social anxiety disorders, also known as social phobia.