This document discusses phenomena of mathematical anxiety. It defines math anxiety as feelings of tension and anxiety that interfere with manipulating numbers and solving math problems. Seven factors are identified as causes of math anxiety, including teacher personality and style of teaching. Math anxiety is more common in individuals with negative past experiences learning math or internal anxiety. To reduce math anxiety, the document recommends improving self-perception, understanding math requires work rather than innate ability, avoiding external stressors, and receiving support from teachers and family.