Understanding glossophobia : psychological factors affecting public speaking anxiety among BSOA students / Ronnel N. Cadete, Janella Marie B. Calabines, Ma. Fe F. Carullo, and Rosalyn T. Dela Vega.

Undergraduate Thesis (BSOA)- Office Administration. Camarines Sur Polytechnic Colleges, 2025.

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This study examines the underlying mental and emotional elements that contribute to speaking anxiety within the Bachelor of Science in Office Administration (BSOA) program. Using a descriptive research design, the study explores key psychological factors such as fear of negative evaluation, low self-confidence, language proficiency concerns, and past negative speaking experiences. These factors are closely linked to glossophobia and often affect student's academic performance and classroom participation. Data were gathered through survey questionnaires administered to selected BSOA students to determine the extent to which these factors influence their level of speaking anxiety. The questionnaires allowed respondents to reflect on their emotions, thoughts, and experiences during public speaking activities.
Findings reveal that fear of judgement and low self-esteem are the most dominant contributors to students' anxiety during oral presentations, recitations, and reporting tasks. Many students expressed concern about making mistakes, being laughed at, or receiving unfavorable feedback from peers and instructors. Linguistics challenges, including limited vocabulary and difficulty organizing ideas, further increase apprehension. In addition, minimal exposure to formal speaking situations reduces students' confidence and limits opportunities for skill development.