TIM MURPHY and LORIANN OBERLIN


Overcoming Passive-Aggression How to Stop Hidden Anger from Spoiling Your Relationships, Career, and Happiness


Second Edition


“Scientifically well-grounded, beautifully written, and eminently practical.” —Theodore Millon, PhD, author of Personality Disorders in Modern Life


people feel compelled to conceal their true beliefs and emotions, there can be serious physical and psychological results for everyone involved. Dr. Tim Murphy and Loriann Oberlin offer a clear definition of passive-aggression and show readers not only how to end the behavior but also how to avoid falling victim to other people’s hidden anger. This revised and updated edition offers essential guidance for dealing with problems in the workplace and at school; avoiding the pitfalls of social media, texting, and online communica- tion; and when to seek professional help. Whether you need ways to manage your own passive- aggressiveness or ways to cope with the hidden anger of others, Overcoming Passive-Aggression shares sage advice, practical exercises, and oppor- tunities for personal growth.


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idden anger that comes out indirectly can undermine relationships between friends, family, and colleagues. When


TIM MURPHY, PhD, is a psychologist, author, Pennsylvania congressman, and co-chair of the Mental Health Caucus. He lives in Pittsburgh.


LORIANN OBERLIN, MS, LCPC, is a clinical coun- selor and author of more than nine books on health, relationships, and psychological issues. She lives in Queenstown, Maryland.


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