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  "id": 8213456,
  "title": "Psychology says fear of public speaking does not mean you lack confidence",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/18/psychology-says-fear-of-public-speaking-does-not-mean-you-lack",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-09-18T07:50:01.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Times of India",
    "slug": "times-of-india",
    "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/people/psychology-says-struggling-to-speak-before-a-crowd-does-not-mean-you-are-less-intelligent-capable-or-confident/articleshow/134329463.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
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  "summary": "Fear of public speaking is a common barrier that affects numerous individuals, arising primarily from concerns about audience judgment. This anxiety can hinder the retrieval of crucial information when presenting. Psychological insights suggest that stress negatively impacts performance. Yet, cognitive behavioral approaches present viable solutions to overcome this fear. Engaging in consistent…",
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}