In The Angry Smile: The Psychology of Passive Aggressive Behavior in Families, Schools and Workplaces, 2nd ed., we propose that the passive-aggressive student seems to derive genuine pleasure out of ...

Slipping into passive-aggressive territory when speaking with a loved one isn't hard. You need to know the phrases to look ...

We've all been there: a colleague "forgets" to include you on an email, or a friend drops a sarcastic comment that feels like ...

Teenagers are a unique and often self-contradictory breed. As a group, they often strive for individuality yet crave peer acceptance. They can act like they know everything yet lack much experience.

If you're the one sitting in embarrassment or with bruised feelings, it's helpful to know how to disarm the person and situation. Dr. McGeehan shares a surprising phrase that instantly shuts down ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Ever found yourself hinting at what you truly mean instead of just coming out with it? You’re not alone. Many people struggle to ...

When a prickly comment comes wrapped in a smile, it's a bit harder to uncover ...

The odds are that you’ve worked with at least one incredibly passive-aggressive person during your career. Usually, this type of behavior is awful for team morale, motivation, and dynamics. In some ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Finding a way through social dynamics with grace can be challenging, especially when you find yourself at odds with someone.

What is considered polite behavior in an upper-class home can sometimes feel tone-deaf or even passive-aggressive towards people who aren't accustomed to their type of lifestyle. Things like referring ...

Michael Stevens, chairman of Weber State University’s department of business administration, has taught courses in organizational behavior and group psychology for 25 years. After coming to Utah in ...