Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their mental health professional the following questions related to passive aggression:

1. How can I tell if I tend toward passive-aggressive behavior?
2. Does having passive-aggressive tendencies mean that I have an emotional disorder?
3. What other emotional disorders may play a role in my passive-aggressive tendencies?
4. What changes can I make to reduce my passive-aggressive behaviors?
5. What are my treatment options?
6. Can medications help my condition? If so, what do you recommend?
7. Are there any prescription or over-the-counter medications that may contribute to my behavior?
8. Is there a genetic link to passive-aggressive behavior?
9. If I exhibit passive-aggressive behaviors, how will it affect my children?
10. Can you recommend an appropriate support group for me?