Passive/Aggressive Personality Disorder
Passive/aggressive personality disorder (also known as negativistic
personality disorder) is a common problem. It is a condition
characterized by a negative and sullen attitude about almost every
activity. The anger and hostility is often hidden from the person with
the disorder, and this person may not be consciously aware of the
negative impression made on others. The passive/aggressive person
constantly complains, intentionally creates chaos, resists suggestions,
is sarcastic, and guilty of chronic forgetfulness and lateness.
The “passive” aspect of the “aggressiveness” is mainly in the
indirect nature of the hostility, showing itself not in direct attacks
against others, but in indirect behaviors that reveal an underlying
anger.
Treatment of this disorder is rare because it may disappear as time
goes by and also because people with this condition are usually not
aware that they have a problem. Also, if they feel that they do have a
health or mental problem, they do not want it exposed to others. In
addition, few if any treatments have been successful.
Regardless of the treatment, a healthy lifestyle of proper nutrition
and exercise will not only benefit this condition, but will help almost
any health problem. For more information on a healthy lifestyle, please
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