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7 ways virtual reality can help in conquering public speaking phobia

 

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by: Paul Trevino

 

Exposure therapy can be an extremely helpful type of treatment for people struggling phobias. Speaking in public or flying are common fears people deal with on a daily basis, and often times these interfere with our lifestyle. Believe it or not, it looks like virtual reality can help you conquer these irrational fears.

1. Coping with social phobia

The fear of public speaking is a social phobia. A lot of people can’t speak in front of an audience, and believe it or not, some of these people are top-tier executives or very important CEOs. According to experts in the domain, the key is not to eradicate the anxiety but to help the individual cope with it. The more you can understand the social phobia you have the better chances you have to al with it.

2. Cognitive behavioral therapy

Cognitive behavioral therapy is a form of treatment that uses the imagination of a patient to determine the root of his fear, and why he is so terrified by that particular scenario/situation/circumstance. For the therapy to work, the patient will have to face his fears and deal with that particular phobia.

3. Neurological tricks

Virtual reality therapy is efficient because it is based on various neurological tricks. Basically, the scientist compares which paths of the brain activate when the patient is exposed to phobic or non-phobic environments. Those who fear public speaking will immediately seek to speed up the pace of their presentation in order to get things done faster; the mere acceleration of a speech triggers spikes in the brain and with a little help from an expert, this irrational behavior can be fixed.

4. Computers programs

There are so many types of computer programs available that are meant to help people cope with their fears and phobias. Those who dread public speaking can use virtual conference apps to hold speeches and mimic a live presentation. Then they can watch themselves speak, and thus correct errors.

5. Augmented reality and Google Glass

Goggle Glass and additional technologies have triggered a brand new therapeutic tactic that can help people overcome their fear of holding public presentations. The new technology is called augmented reality; the patient senses the physical reality however thanks to virtual stimuli he is persuaded to keep practicing in front of a virtual audience.

6. Speech anxiety can be overcome when dealing with a virtual audience

Some people just don’t feel comfortable when speaking in front of others, even if that audience is non-realistic. Apparently, holding a virtual presentation can be just as nerve-racking as holding a real one. However, experts argue that with enough practice this fear can be dealt with. The speaker will get used to presenting in front of an audience, and eventually he will get pass his fear of a real public presentation.

7. Virtual spectators can have the same impact as real spectators

People who dread public speaking don’t just hate the actual practice, but also the notion. This means that presenting in front of a virtual audience can be equally stressful. The concept of virtual reality is meant to help you get pass this silly fear, and with a little help from professionals many people succeed. First you have to face your fear and deal with the emotion of the speech. Look at the avatars and picture them as people; this can be intimidating at first, but the more you practice the better you get at it.

It is important to make a distinction between what’s real and what’s not. A virtual conference can help you move past all your fears, although it doesn’t guarantee that a real conference will be the same. Truth be told; in real life a lot of unexpected things can happen during a public speech. Try not to panic and breathe each time you feel like you’re going to faint.

Many people have a phobia when it comes to speaking in public, and a lot of these people don’t do anything to get pass this fear. Apparently, virtual reality technology can help you out. Ultimately, the key to success as an orator is to practice and be brave enough to take constructive criticism

 


By Paul Trevino and LondonSpeakerBureau.com!


Contributor: Paul Trevino

Published here on: 06-Sep-15

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