Few topics that I write about garner as much interest, attention, and emotion as that of passive-aggressive behavior. Among the most frequently asked questions about this universally frustrating way ...

Do you know the difference between passive, aggressive, and assertive behavior? Many of the questions and comments I receive from women are around understanding the difference between passive, ...

If you’re the recipient of passive aggression, don’t help that person continue by making excuses for their behaviors.

Passive-aggressive behavior can sometimes be hard to identify. Here are some common phrases to avoid. Halfpoint Images via Getty Images Passive-aggressive behavior occurs frequently in everyday ...

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 ...

Passive-aggressive people rarely tell you exactly what’s bothering them. Instead, their frustration slips out in subtle ways: a backhanded joke, a heavy sigh, an uncharacteristically curt text—all of ...

Marriage can be a tricky landscape to navigate, where direct confrontations often give way to subtler forms of communication. Sometimes, instead of hashing it out, you or your partner might choose the ...

Sharing your living space with people you care about can be both a joy and a challenge. While you might pride yourself on keeping things tidy, your cleaning habits could be quietly sabotaging your ...

Passive-aggressive behavior isn't always obvious, especially when you're blinded by love. It's a bit like the iron fist in a velvet glove. Tight smiles, criticism disguised as jokes, unpleasant ...

Passive-aggressiveness isn't a very desirable personality trait, but sometimes we can't help but let out a snarky remark. In fact, 82% of Americans say they have said something passive-aggressive ...