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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

Broadcasts

Storming the Beach: Remembering the Sacrifice of D-Day, Part 1

On June 6, 1944, 160,000 Allied troops stormed the beaches of Normandy in the battle that turned the tide of World War II.

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Blogs

6 Essentials for Greater Intimacy that Every Husband Needs to Know

Embarking on the journey of marital bliss involves navigating the intricate terrain of sexual intimacy, a cornerstone of a fulfilling and thriving relationship. For husbands seeking to enhance their connection with their wives on a physical level, understanding the nuances of sexual intimacy is paramount.

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Blogs

The Time Your Son Will Never Forget

Someone has said, “If you connect a boy to the right man, he seldom goes wrong.” I fully believe that to be true. The full force of my own father’s contribution hit me years ago when he lay in the hospital after a heart attack. As I stood by his bedside, I thought back to the happiest moments of my childhood.

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The Marriage Marathon

Marriage is like a marathon--not a sprint. Train accordingly so your relationship will go the distance.

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Hope for the Underdog!

Good news for the child who doesn’t succeed in the early years. Sometimes the one who experiences the greatest difficulty will eventually soar the highest.

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Blogs

How to Avoid Locking Horns with Your Spouse

My wife and I sometimes get into fights when neither of us really wants to argue. I'm not even sure how it happens. We just find ourselves locking horns and then feeling bad about it later. Why can't

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Setting the Tone in the First 5 Minutes

Here's an idea relevant to relationships that I think makes a lot of sense. It's called "the first five minutes" and is based on a book that was published many years ago. Its thesis was that the first

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You Always Bite the One You Love

Isnt it curious how in the midst of a nasty family argument we can shake out of the bad mood the instant the telephone rings or a neighbor knocks on the door?

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Be There, Dad

A dad occupies a very special place in his child's heart. Take time to cultivate a strong relationship with your son or daughter.

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Diffusing Low Self-Esteem

Before your kids go into adolescence, prepare them for the changes ahead, and intentionally build up their self-worth.

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