The real danger of passive aggressive behavior is that it often sneaks up on adults, quietly accumulating as a series of minor but irritating behaviors. Then, suddenly, the young person makes one more ...

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One of my favorite stories about passive aggressive behavior in a marriage goes like this: "Cash, check or charge?" I asked, after folding the items the woman wished to purchase. As she fumbled for ...

Outright anger is fairly easy to identify, but passive-aggressive behavior can be a little more subtle. Although those who engage in it think it has no consequences, it can actually do everything from ...

Romantic relationships require clear communication to thrive, yet millions find themselves entangled with partners who express frustration through indirect means. Passive-aggressive behavior — the art ...

Tension: We fear direct confrontation but also crave honesty and respect in our interactions. Noise: Conventional wisdom says we should ignore subtle digs or respond in kind—neither solves the deeper ...

Passive-aggressive behavior occurs frequently in everyday interactions with our friends, romantic partners, family members and co-workers. But because it can be insidious, you may not always recognize ...