Have you ever felt an awkward silence settle in right after an innocent question, or caught a sarcastic “joke” that didn’t ...

We all know the person who can deliver a psychological uppercut with nothing more than a strategically timed sigh or an expertly crafted non-response. Passive aggression is the black belt of emotional ...

Being on the receiving end of passive aggression is a social minefield. Whether coming from colleagues, friends, or family members, those subtle jabs and veiled criticisms can catch you off guard.

A study by a team of Korean psychologists paints a clear picture of what passive-aggressive behavior really means, and how you can spot this unwanted tendency in yourself and others. “In modern ...

Have you ever worked with someone whose behavior reminds you of the classic R&B song “Smiling Faces Sometimes” by The Undisputed Truth? “Smiling faces sometimes/Pretend to be your friend/Smiling faces ...

Could you be passive-aggressive? Passive-aggressive people may express or act on negative feelings like anger, annoyance, or hurt in indirect but still hostile ways that can jeopardize relationships, ...

Gifts we don’t want or need happen to us all. What about when they’re passive-aggressive or with hidden agendas? How we ...

Examples of passive-aggressive behavior can include lateness, avoidance, and silence. Passive-aggressive behavior can damage relationships and make communication difficult. Passive aggression is a ...

At a time when HR professionals and employers are facing challenges such as layoffs, quiet quitting and a potential recession, putting a check on employees' sarcasm, or the snarky tone of an email, ...

This question comes from a 31-year-old Midwestern mom. How can I professionally handle passive aggression in the workplace? I have a staff member who is significantly older than I am, and she is ...