In self-sabotage you "act out" internal conflicts by first moving toward a goal--then retreating from it. "I can do it" is offset by "I can't do it." "I want it" is overridden by "No, I don't want it.

When individuals with grandiose narcissism feel excluded, they often retaliate through subtle hostility. A recent study reveals that being ignored prompts these people to indirectly humiliate their ...

Aggression and self-harm often co-occur in individuals with a history of early-life trauma-a connection that has largely been documented by self-reporting in research and clinical settings. Adding to ...

Passive-aggressive people often say these 11 unnerving things without even realizing how damaging they sound. If you've ever ...

A new study revealed that childhood trauma could rewire’ your brain, the researchers suggest that this could lead to aggressive and self-harming behavior. The study, led by Assistant Professor Sora ...

Have you ever wondered why some people end up blaming themselves for the trauma, neglect, or abuse they experienced in childhood? This phenomenon of self-blame is termed "turning against oneself," a ...

It’s easy to spot a rude person and avoid them, but passive-aggressive people can be even more toxic. They present their scathing comments in a way that seems like they have your best interests at ...