The only phobia that Americans score higher than their fear of public speaking, according to a 2001 survey by Geoffrey Brewer that was published on the Gallup Polls website, is their fear of snakes.

<h3>What is the scariest fear about speaking in front of groups?</h3>

Up to 75% of the general population may suffer from glossophobia, or a fear of public speaking, which is a rather common phobia. Some people may have some degree of apprehension at the idea of delivering a speech in front of an audience, while others may experience utter dread and horror. 75% of respondents, according to the National Institutes of Mental Health, claim that public speaking is their biggest fear.

<h3>Why do so many people fear snakes so much American Scientific?</h3>

The perception of the American public is their fear of snakes. Recent research have found that people are naturally predisposed to see snakes and spiders as dangerous and to acquire a fear of them. Researchers found that among a variety of non-threatening objects, adults and children could recognize photographs of snakes more quickly than they could recognize frogs, flowers, or caterpillars.

Learn more about glossophobia: brainly.com/question/15945199

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