Bad boys are men who act like delinquent teenagers. They lie, cheat, and refuse to take responsibility for their behavior. Instead, they blame others and soothe themselves with self-righteous hurt and ...

The idea that women are mysteriously drawn to “bad boys” is so ingrained in culture that it’s practically folklore. It may sound like mythology, but it's actually pretty true. Whether it’s the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about relationships, personality, and everyday psychology. Here’s why many people are irresistibly drawn to the “bad boy” ...