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Performance Anxiety

Do public speaking, interviews, or auditions make your heart race, palms sweat, or voice shake? These are common physical symptoms of performance anxiety. Connect with a U.S.-licensed medical provider through our private online telehealth platform to discuss whether medication could help you manage your symptoms.

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Performance anxiety, often called stage fright, is a type of anxiety that occurs before or during situations where a person is expected to perform or be evaluated. It can affect anyone, from public speakers and musicians to athletes and job interviewees.

What are the Common Symptoms of Performance Anxiety:
 

Physical Symptoms:

  • Rapid heartbeat or chest tightness

  • Sweating or clammy hands

  • Trembling or shaky voice

  • Shortness of breath

  • Nausea or stomach discomfort

  • Dizziness or lightheadedness
     

Emotional & Mental Symptoms:

  • Intense fear of failure or embarrassment

  • Racing thoughts or difficulty focusing

  • Feeling overwhelmed or panicked
     

Behavioral Symptoms:

  • Avoiding situations that require performance

  • Speaking too fast or stumbling over words

  • Freezing up or forgetting key points
     

Performance anxiety is treatable through relaxation techniques, therapy (such as cognitive behavioral therapy, CBT), and in some cases, medication. Preparation and practice can also help build confidence and reduce symptoms over time.

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