Stress, Anxiety & The Voice

Globus sensation — the persistent feeling of a lump in the throat — is commonly triggered or amplified by anxiety and muscle tension. For teachers, singers, speakers, and other voice‑intensive professionals, this symptom can disrupt breathing, phonation, and confidence. This…

Globus sensation — the persistent feeling of a lump in the throat — is commonly triggered or amplified by stress, anxiety, and chronic muscle tension. This article explains why stress causes globus, how it affects voice professionals, and provides therapist-informed…