When Angie stands up in front of a group of people, all of the eyes focused on her make her heart feel as if it is pumping at a million beats per minute, her palms get sweaty and her knees feel very shaky. Angie’s apprehension probably comes from her:

Angie’s reaction begins when she is standing before a group and all eyes are focused on her. That points to discomfort with being the center of attention, rather than a stated negative past experience or lack of preparation. The best answer is “fear of being the center of attention.”

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