Week 01: Discussion Board Post

Communication Apprehension

Communication apprehension is the number one fear of most people.  The fear of public speaking triggers a physiological response of flight or flight.  How do you deal with the fear of public speaking?  In what ways have you found those techniques useful or not useful? 

Additionally, describe the ways you’ve been taught to deal with apprehension in the past.  For example:  some teachers tell their speakers to look above the heads of the audience.  Do you find such tactics helpful?  Why or why not?