Why are people so afraid of public speaking and is there a biological basis for not wanting to be the focus of attention since a person who stands out can more easily be targeted?

Answer 1

There are several reasons so many people are afraid of public speaking. One reason is that they have not learned how to speak in front of a large crowd. Another reason is some people are more introvert than others; therefore, speaking in public would be very difficult for them. Mainly, they have not learned the techniques used in public speaking.