Some people are directly aggressive, meaning they aren’t afraid to express exactly how they feel. And other people are passive-aggressive. “Passive-aggressive behavior is best described as a pattern ...

Ever been in a conversation where someone’s words don’t match their tone, and you’re left guessing what’s really going on?

Often, passive-aggressive behavior stems from what is typically a good thing: the desire to avoid conflict. Or, it could be a byproduct of having a high level of empathy (another potentially good ...

Passive aggression is a way of expressing negative feelings, such as anger or annoyance, indirectly instead of directly. Passive-aggressive behaviors are often difficult to identify and can sabotage ...

Passive aggressive behavior is a deliberate but masked way of expressing angry feelings. From procrastination at home to sabotage in the workplace and hidden revenge among "friends," passive ...