Sometimes it's not about what you say. It's how you say it. There are people whose passive-aggressive remarks are so creative ...

Do you work with a student who consistently performs at a level that is beneath his ability? Is there a child in your classroom who habitually procrastinates, predictably “forgets,” and inevitably ...

Utah's roads were ranked among the most passive-aggressive in the nation. It was meant to be lighthearted, but it triggered a deeper que ...

When a prickly comment comes wrapped in a smile, it's a bit harder to uncover Understanding passive-aggressive behavior in friendships is important for healthy communication. When friends show signs ...

Imagine asking a coworker to help you on a project, and although they agree, they suddenly "forget" whenever the deadline approaches. Or a friend saying "you look beautiful today, I barely recognized ...

Growing up, many of us were conditioned not to be too aggressive, either physically or verbally. You likely had some school and house rules, such as "no hitting, kicking and biting." Name-calling and ...

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 ...

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 ...