Understanding Passive-Aggressive Behavior

How do psychologists define passive-aggressive behavior?

• Directly expressing anger in a loud way.

• A deliberate but hidden way of showing anger.

• Accidentally hurting someone's feelings.

• Being openly hostile and confrontational.

Which of the following is an example of passive-aggressive behavior?

• Yelling at someone during an argument.

• Slamming pots and pans to show anger.

• Clearly stating your feelings to a friend.

• Apologizing immediately after a disagreement.

Where did the term "passive-aggressive" first come from?

• Ancient Greek philosophy.

• The American military during World War II.

• A popular psychology book in the 1980s.

• A study on childhood development.

How did soldiers show passive-aggressive behavior during World War II, according to the video?

• They openly disobeyed orders.

• They sulked, procrastinated, and were deliberately inefficient.

• They directly confronted their officers.

• They wrote formal complaints about their duties.

What happened to "passive-aggressive personality disorder" in the DSM-5?

• It was renamed "negativistic personality disorder" and kept in the main text.

• It was removed completely and no longer appears.

• It was moved to an appendix and renamed "negativistic personality disorder."

• It was combined with another disorder to form a new category.

Why do some psychologists argue that passive-aggressive behavior is not an ingrained personality trait?

• It is always a sign of a more serious mental illness.

• It is a response to certain situations, not a stable trait.

• It only affects a small number of people.

• It is too difficult to measure accurately.

What did studies published in 2009 and 2012 suggest about passive-aggressive personality disorder?

• It was a completely new type of behavior.

• Its definition accurately described symptoms better than "negativistic personality disorder."

• It was not a real condition and should be ignored.

• It was only found in people with other mental health issues.

What are some potential causes of passive-aggressive behavior mentioned in the video?

• Too much screen time and social media.

• Ineffective parenting, neglect, and abuse.

• Eating unhealthy foods.

• Lack of physical exercise.

What did a 2003 study on heterosexual couples find about people sensitive to rejection?

• They were more likely to express anger directly.

• They were more likely to seek immediate resolution to arguments.

• They were more likely to use passive strategies like staying silent or withdrawing.

• They were more likely to become more loving after an argument.

What is one piece of advice given for dealing with passive-aggressiveness in daily life?

• Ignore the behavior and hope it goes away.

• Respond with your own passive-aggressive actions.

• Actively encourage open, honest conversations.

• Immediately end the relationship.