Often, passive-aggressive behavior stems from what is typically a good thing: the desire to avoid conflict. Or, it could be a ...

In relationships, you generally want to avoid being a passive participant, or an aggressive one. The latter can be toxic and abusive. However, psychologists share that avoiding another relationship ...

The professional atmosphere of a typical workplace setting can inhibit the direct and honest expression of emotions such as anger and frustration. Yet even in the most business-like environments, ...

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

“It’s your fault that I forgot…because you didn’t remind me!” ― Anonymous “You’re going out looking like THAT?” ― Anonymous The NYU Medical Center defines a passive-aggressive individual as someone ...

Whether it's from a colleague, a friend, or a family member, having the right comeback to a snide remark can cut the awkwardness and steer the conversation back on track. The key is to maintain your ...

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 ...

Do our communication styles and the resulting behaviours impact on stress levels at work? Expressing our thoughts, feelings and needs directly, honestly, unapologetically and respectfully to others is ...

Seven in 10 Americans are facing unprecedented levels of passive aggression in the workplace, according to a new survey. The poll of 2,000 employed adults who have witnessed passive-aggressive ...

Dating someone who communicates through eye rolls, silent treatment and backhanded compliments feels like trying to solve a puzzle where half the pieces are missing. You’re constantly walking on ...

Did you grow up in an "ask" family or a "guess" family? An Australian podcast called Mamamia Out Loud recently posed the question on TikTok. In a guess family, that means "you don't really directly ...