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January 28, 2026Current PsychologyOpen Access

The radicalisation loop: A layered linguistic model of disengagement and re-engagement in an incel forum

Melissa S. de Roos Giorgia Caon

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Disengagement and re-engagement processes are intertwined in incel forums, influencing user behavior.
The study identifies a complex linguistic model that explains the cycles of radicalisation observed.
Observational analysis of forum posts over several months uncovers distinct language patterns linked to radicalisation.
These findings may offer insights for developing strategies to prevent online radicalisation and promote disengagement.

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Analysis reveals a linguistic model of radicalisation and disengagement in online incel communities, suggesting pathways for intervention.

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Roos et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69a75bdcc6e9836116a23f27 https://doi.org/10.1007/s12144-025-08944-z

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