laliophobia

Laliophobia, also known as Lalophobia, is the fear of speaking or stuttering. Individuals with this phobia may experience anxiety and distress when they need to communicate verbally.

Fear of speaking Laliophobia or Lalophobia

Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10

common triggers

Public speaking Speaking in front of a group Phone calls

coping strategies

Deep breathing exercises
Positive self-talk
Gradual exposure to speaking situations

risk factors

  • • Past negative experiences with speaking
  • • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

Fear of speaking has been documented throughout history and is often linked to social anxiety.

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