The newest book in Dr. Carter's series discusses the communication breakdown that sometimes creates nasty behavior in women, covers the many ways women are perceived by spouses, coworkers, family, and friends, and shows ways to repair the damage caused by behaviors often characterized as "female," including:

• Catty responses to questions or remarks
• Passive-aggressive tendencies
• Misunderstandings gone awry
• Nastiness as a defense mechanism
• Withdrawal from arguments or conflict

Everyone knows a person who has been hurt, betrayed, or degraded by nasty...