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Exploring Aspects of Public Speaking Anxiety

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  • Nurazlina Samsudin

    (Faculty of Business Management, University Technology MARA, Selangor Branch, Puncak Alam Campus, Malaysia,)

  • Haryana Mohd Hairi

    (Faculty of Applied Sciences, University Technology MARA, Johor Branch, Pasir Gudang Malaysia.)

  • Norhalida Othman

    (Faculty of Electrical Engineering, University Technology MARA, Johor Branch, Pasir Gudang Campus, Malaysia.)

  • Ruzita Manshor

    (Faculty of Business Management, University Technology MARA, Selangor Branch, Puncak Alam Campus, Malaysia,)

  • Mohd Syafiq Md Salleh

    (Toyo Kanetsu Malaysia Sdn bhd,)

  • Okfalisa

    (Informatics Engineering Department, Faculty Science and Technology, Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau, Indonesia)

Abstract

Public speaking anxiety is a widespread issue that affects individuals’ academic, social, and professional performance. This study explores the cognitive, behavioural, and physiological aspects that contribute to public speaking anxiety among university students. Using a quantitative survey method, data were collected from 212 students from social sciences and sciences faculty through a structured questionnaire. The research aimed to answer how cognitive thoughts (e.g., fear of judgment), behavioural reactions (e.g., avoidance or excessive rehearsing), and physiological responses (e.g., sweating or rapid heartbeat) influence public speaking anxiety. Additionally, the study examined whether there are significant differences in the mean levels of anxiety across these three aspects. The findings revealed that cognitive factors had the strongest influence, followed by physiological and behavioural factors. These results suggest a need for targeted interventions addressing thought patterns and emotional regulation to effectively manage public speaking anxiety. The study offers practical implications for educators and mental health professionals in supporting students’ communication development.

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  • Nurazlina Samsudin & Haryana Mohd Hairi & Norhalida Othman & Ruzita Manshor & Mohd Syafiq Md Salleh & Okfalisa, 2025. "Exploring Aspects of Public Speaking Anxiety," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 9(9), pages 1443-1456, September.
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    1. Noor Hanim Rahmat, 2019. "Cycle of Fear in Learning: The Case for Three Language Skills," American Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, Online Science Publishing, vol. 4(1), pages 151-162.
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