Lawrence, Orkuugh L.Audu, Godiya2023-12-102023-12-102020-04-04Lawrence, O.L. & Audu, G. (2017) Traditional Values System: A Key Particular For The Restructuring Agenda And Resolution Of The Leadership Crisis In Nigerian Organizationshttps://keffi.nsuk.edu.ng/handle/20.500.14448/51The research focused on the psychological impact of communal land disputes on the family institution in Tiv. This was with the aim of determining the causes of communal land disputes so as to see its impact on the family. Further attempts were made to see the role of community leaders, women and the youths in the disputes. Possible ways were also soughtfor peaceful resolution and management ofthe phenomenon. The method of participant observation using Focus Group Discussion (FGD) and oral interview was adopted for data collection. The major findings of the study indicate that land, role played by youths, elders, women, police and the court are the major causes of the disputes. Recommendations include otganizing workshops, securing employment and establishing ujamaa settlements to create more land spacefor farming activities.enconcept,family, psychologicalfactorsTHE PSYCHOLOGICAL IMPACT OF COMMUNAL LAND DISPUTE ON THE FAMILY INSTITUTION IN TIV, BENUE STATEArticle