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Passive-aggressive personality disorder

Overview Symptoms Treatment Prevention
Alternative Names:

Personality disorder - passive-aggressive

Treatment:

Counseling may be of value in helping the person identify and change the behavior.

Expectations (prognosis):

The outcome can be good with treatment.

Complications:
  • Stunted career development despite good intelligence
  • Alcohol abuse or other drug abuse or dependence
Calling your health care provider:

Call your health care provider if you or your child has symptoms suggestive of passive-aggressive personality disorder.

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