Cognitive restructuring is an anxiety reduction technique that involves

a) learning communication skills such as following an agenda, speaking clearly, and becoming more sensitive to feedback.
b) taking time to visualize yourself communicating effectively.
c) substituting worrisome, irrational thoughts about communicating with more positive thoughts.
d) relaxing physically in order to relax your mind.
e) realizing that you are not the only person who gets nervous when called upon to speak in front of others.


ANS: c

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