The Psychiatric Struggle of Incels and Mental Health Professionals' Inability to Help

A new study published in Behavioral Sciences of Terrorism and Political Aggression found that individuals who identify as incels (involuntary celibates) have higher rates of self-reported mental health disorders compared to the general male population. Despite their elevated psychiatric symptoms, incels tend to be distrustful of mental health professionals. The study suggests that effective mental health interventions could potentially reduce the risks of self-harm and violent radicalization among incels. Coping strategies reported by incels included participating in incel web forums, media entertainment, pornography, social media, and food.