Performance Anxiety: A Word about Beta Blockers

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Before continuing our exploration of the many cognitive-behavioral antidotes to stage fright, I feel compelled to share my perspective on the use of Beta-Blockers... ... sometimes considered the “dirty little secret” of professional musicians. Let's begin with a basic understanding of the fight or flight response: Under threat, real or imagined, adrenaline pours into your … Continue reading Performance Anxiety: A Word about Beta Blockers