Corcoran can pinpoint the exact moment when the fear gripped her, literally, by the throat. She was a real estate broker in New York City when someone invited her to give a talk at a business meeting.

By lowering the stakes and offering regular (fun) practice, even the most reluctant speakers can build this vital skill.

Fear of public speaking is no joke, and I'd know: I'm a stand-up comedian, so I'm intimately familiar with both fear and jokes. The fear, also known as glossophobia, is reportedly one of the most ...

If you’re afraid of public speaking, you’re in good company. Over 70 percent of people fear speaking in front of others. An oft-quoted study from the '70s claimed people are more afraid of public ...

TRAPPE — In a cozy corner of Trappe, a brave group gathers twice a month to fight one of humanity’s greatest fears — not zombies, not tax season, but public speaking. Glossophobia, the technical term ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Public Speaking is a common fear that many people have, but how do we overcome this fear? We spoke to expert Dr. Justin Moseley to ...

Phobias come in many forms: Some people fear spiders while others fear flying on a plane. But the one thing they all have in common is that they're irrational, according to one phobia specialist.