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Dr. James Dobson

Dr. James Dobson was the Founder Chairman of the James Dobson Family Institute, a nonprofit organization that produced his radio program, Dr. James Dobson’s Family Talk. He earned a Ph.D. from the University of Southern California and held 18 honorary doctoral degrees. He also was the author of more than 70 books dedicated to the preservation of the family.

Dr. Dobson served as an associate clinical professor of pediatrics at the University of Southern California School of Medicine for 14 years, and on the attending staff of Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles for 17 years in the divisions of child development and medical genetics.

He advised five U.S. presidents and served on eight national commissions.

Dr. Dobson was married to Shirley for just shy of 65 years, and he was the beloved father of two grown children, Danae and Ryan, and two grandchildren.

Content By Dr. James Dobson

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Divorce As The Easy Solution?

Divorce promises freedom, but delivers a whole host of unexpected consequences.

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Parenting a Difficult Child

Dealing with an unruly son or daughter? Hang on! Kids grow up in the blink of an eye—keep praying and remain faithful!

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The “Marriage Train”

Love should not be dependent upon our feelings and emotions. Commitment of the will is the key to a life-long relationship.

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Life After the Storm – Part 2

On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his heartfelt discussion with author Jan Harrison about her book, Life After the Storm, and the unexpected passing of her son, James. Jan asks a profound question: How have you prepared for the inevitable storm clouds in your life? She urges Christians to become actively engaged in their relationship with Jesus through prayer, Bible study, and fellowship with believers. Psalm 34:18 says, “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”

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Assault On Self-Esteem

Prepare your children for the turbulent teen years by teaching them coping skills while they're young.

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Blogs

What Are You Teaching Your Son?

So many of the difficulties that confront our kids come down to a single characteristic of today's families: There is nobody home.

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Regenerating Romantic Feelings

If you've "lost that loving feeling," try turning back the clock to when you and your spouse first met.

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Life After the Storm – Part 1

In 2010, Jan Harrison received the devastating news that her 27-year-old son, James, had died on the mission field in Sudan, Africa. Today on Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and Jan discuss this dark valley in her life. No matter how tragic the storm is, she encourages that God will provide for us. “He has already gone before, He knows the other side, He knows what we will need.” In John 16:33, Jesus says, “I have said these things to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”

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Sibling Rivalry

Sibling rivalry is common, but don't allow it to continue unchecked! Instead, build self-esteem in each of your children for a harmonious home.

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An Important Key to a Healthy Marriage

More than cake, clothes, or flowers, an essential ingredient in wedding planning is premarital counseling.

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