Why Do Good Girls Like Bad Boys?

Even though we know we should avoid it, the bad-boy charm is sometimes impossible to resist. But rather than telling you to stay away, we're arming you with everything you need to know to navigate their world like a pro. Bad boys are boring because you know exactly what he'll do-cheat, not call, hurt you, etc. There are no surprises, but good guys can surprise you in good ways!

All woman has had a friend who dated a guy who was evidently bad news, but she just couldn't resist. Maybe, that friend was you. And yet, despite all the warnings and red flags, the pull of dating a bad boy was a minute ago too strong. So, even with altogether of the signs that heartbreak is on the horizon, why do we still find bad boys so appealing? It may not be politically acceptable to admit it, but these dark, macho men can be compellingly alluring, with their downright seductive swagger.

Abysmal Boys have THE reputation: hot, able looking, scruffy Are they just trying to attain the unattainable? Is it the challenge of making him accident in love—to capture him? And, anywhere does this leave the Nice Guy? I asked these questions to above women, a number of other affiliation experts, and as many self-proclaimed Abysmal Boys that would participate. The results were eye-opening. First, a clarification. The stories discussing criminal behavior have not been included. The most interesting affair I encountered was the difference amid what the experts say, and the experience of women who dated the Bad Boys.

Karen R. There are two main reasons that good girls go for abysmal boys. The first can be seen through a lens of evolution. All the rage terms of our evolutionary purpose, en route for procreate and ensure the survival of the human race, it makes a few sense. A child of parents who were both do-gooders and always careful to others? Remember, evolution is altogether about beating the odds.