When one says, “bad boy,” people immediately think of the cigarette smoking, Harley-riding, shades-wearing, leather-jacketed ruggedly handsome stereotype, So maybe this is the “nice” kind of a bad boy, the streetwise gentleman in the rough so to speak. But there are guys out there who take the “bad” part quite literally. These guys are the jerks who make you ladies say there are no good men out there. So read and learn how to ditch some of the mal-adjusted males in your lives.

THE BADLY BEHAVING BOYFRIEND

Bad Boy Profile: He likes hanging out with his friends more than with you. His idea of a romantic date is a cheeseburger meal subsidized by discount coupons. And you suspect he’s cheating, but when you bring it up, he either makes you joke to high heavens or belittles you for even thinking about it.

Say Bye-Bye: With these guys, it’s usually all about the ego. They love having a girlfriend whom they can jerk around like a chihuahua on a short leash, and they usually brag about it, too. So when it comes to these guys, there’s no need for elaborate plans. There’s only one thing you need yo do: Drop him like a hot pot. And I mean cold turkey. Make the break-up short, fast, concise, and oh-so bittersweet. But remember, it also means that you have to control yourself and stay away. Be strong and stand by your decision.

THE LUDICROUS LEECH

Bad Boy Profile: He’s your best-est friend in the whole wide universe–when he needs something from you. You’re his pretend girlfriend when he wants to catch  his crush’s eye, his homework source when he’s too busy playing basketball or slacking off, his go-to girl when he needs some spare some cash, and basically his unpaid nanny.

Say Bye-Bye: You’re dealing with a purebred leech. He probably thinks you don’t mind since you’re a girl, and so are a very kind and understanding person. Okay, so maybe the kind and understanding bit is true. But that doesn’t give him–or anyone else–the right to abuse your good nature. I suggest you start the purging process with a little bit of creative timing. Try to find out when he usually needs your help, and line up something else to do at the time. If he needs you to do his homework, make plans with your girlfriends. He’s asking you for term paper info? Say you’re busy doing the same or even another paper early for extra credit. Overtime, he’ll get the message.