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John Horgan: The Psychology of Terrorism

Related topic:

Causes of radicalisation (risk, push/pull factors)

Description:

This podcast episode explores the psychological processes involved in pathways into, through, and out of terrorist behaviour. Professor John Horgan discusses research on radicalisation, disengagement, and the importance of moving beyond static profiles of terrorists towards understanding individual pathways, experiences, motivations, and contextual factors influencing involvement in terrorism.

Link:

Listen to the podcast

Language:

English

Date: 

08.07.2026

Proposed by:

PPHS

Source:

Terrorism and Extremism Research Centre, 2018