Suicide terrorism is defined as the utilization of suicidal violence (e.g., suicide bombings) to intimidate noncombatants into surrendering to a set of demands. There is an evident lack of consensus in the extant literature about what factors motivate and influence individuals to engage in suicide terrorism at both the domestic and international levels. Decades of research show that most terrorists are generally categorized as middle-aged, affluent, and male. However, there is a lack of research on personality trait correlates and unique psychopathology factors associated with suicide terrorists. Numerous theories exist that attempt to explain the genesis of the suicide terrorist, although evidence can be challenging to obtain without assumption or bias. Contrary to common belief, terrorists are not necessarily more likely than the average person to be diagnosed with a mental disorder. Several personality trait correlates exist for terrorist group members, such as the tendency to be impulsive, conform to group dynamics, and be emotionally labile. In sum, the genesis of an individual’s developmental trajectory toward becoming a suicide terrorist is multifactorial. Any attempt to create a psychological portrait of the typical “suicide terrorist” should consider not just personality but a spectrum of contributing factors.