Tamara has always been extremely nervous speaking in front of people throughout her life. In high school, her friend Kara convinces her to audition for a play, and she is cast in a prominent role. To her surprise, Tamara finds she loves acting and doesn't feel nervous at all in front of an audience. What does this illustrate?
A) state communication apprehension
B) trait communication apprehension
C) systematic desensitization
D) speech anxiety

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

State communication apprehension refers to anxiety or fear associated with a specific event or situation, such as public speaking. Tamara's experience illustrates this because her nervousness is specific to speaking in front of people, but she does not feel nervous while acting, indicating her apprehension is tied to the context or state.

Tamara Has Always Been Extremely Nervous Speaking in Front of People