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How Can Stage Fear Be Managed?

I have stage fear, unable to talk in front.of huge crowd, its not because of inablity to speak, but because of high heart beat and stummering and dry mouth. Sine now job beaing to be doing presentation to some.amount.of audience, i have to overcome this to safe gaurd my job, heard about beata blockers from google, will it help me...
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Yes, beta- blockers work best in cases of anxiety or nervousness when a person may feel discomfort due to heart pounding or sweating. This ca be overcome with beta-blocker. But, do not get addicted to it, you can use it as a self help at times. To avoid stage fear, prepare your presentation before time, rehearse in front of some near & dear one, or in front of a mirror. Try to get confident first, sleep well so that your anxiety is not triggered, focus on the material. Get mentally set & you will do well. A week before the day of your presentation start eating yoghurt, fresh fruits, berries, take juices to get yourself properly rehydrated. Avoid addiction & hot spicy food for it may trigger anxiety. Stay calm & confident. Hope I have answered your query, all the best.

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How Can Stage Fear Be Managed?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Yes, beta- blockers work best in cases of anxiety or nervousness when a person may feel discomfort due to heart pounding or sweating. This ca be overcome with beta-blocker. But, do not get addicted to it, you can use it as a self help at times. To avoid stage fear, prepare your presentation before time, rehearse in front of some near & dear one, or in front of a mirror. Try to get confident first, sleep well so that your anxiety is not triggered, focus on the material. Get mentally set & you will do well. A week before the day of your presentation start eating yoghurt, fresh fruits, berries, take juices to get yourself properly rehydrated. Avoid addiction & hot spicy food for it may trigger anxiety. Stay calm & confident. Hope I have answered your query, all the best. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.