This paper, “Psychological Trauma in The Famished Road by Ben Okri” explores the psychological sufferings experienced by the protagonist, Azaro. Ben Okri presents his hero as an abiku who believes that the spirit child is a part of Yoruba culture. This kind of tribal faith connects the Nigerian people to the novel which helps them to realize their hardships of life. Azaro’s road of life is filled with unavoidable spirits and the inevitable reality. His abikuness presses him all the way down in every aspect. Belongingness and identity are the constant fear of the abiku child. Through a critical analysis of “The Famished Road”, this research paper tries to highlight how Azaro’s experiences of abandonment, rejection and oscillation contribute to his psychological trauma.