Family rows mean that more than 26 million of Britons are no longer on speaking terms with a close relative, the research by family history specialists Genes Reunited found.
The most common disputes occur between siblings and can last 10 years, the research found.
The main causes include money (61 per cent of rows), jealousy and choice of partner, the 'Daily Express' reported.
"We have been amazed by what a profound effect family disputes can have, with close relatives not speaking to each other for more than 10 years," said Rhoda Breakell, head of Genes Reunited.
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