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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

Dr. Dobson Minute

Silent Night

“Silent Night” is a Christmas carol we sing every year in December. Find out how this beautiful song originated.

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The Hallway of Doors

So many addictions begin just by opening a small door, and it usually occurs during the adolescent years.

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Celebrating the True Meaning of Christmas

Dr. Dobson describes what Christmas represents for every believer, and encourages us to concentrate on Jesus, who came to save us from our sins.

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Broadcasts

The Use and Abuse of Power, Part 1

The late Chuck Colson, former special counsel to President Richard Nixon, knew firsthand what it meant to have a problem with abusing power.

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The Middle Child

Dr. Dobson delves into the difficulties that can sometimes affect middle children. He shares 3 steps that parents can take to combat problems that can arise with the child stuck in the middle of the group.

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The Practice of the Presence of Jesus, Part 2

On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his awe-inspiring discussion with Joni Eareckson Tada about her latest book, The Practice of the Presence of Jesus.

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“Jeep Fenders”

Children need to be sensitive to the feelings of others. Dr. Dobson learned this lesson at the age of 8.

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The Practice of the Presence of Jesus, Part 1

You’ve most likely heard of Joni Eareckson Tada, but for those who have not, at the tender age of 17, she had a diving accident that left her as a quadriplegic.

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Blogs

Make Some Memories This Christmas

Without a doubt, the best time of the year for shared memories is Christmas. Some of my happiest memories, both as a child and as an adult, have been rooted in the Christmas season.

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More About Kids and Homework – Part 2

Not only is excessive homework stressful for kids, but it can cause a large amount of tension for parents too!

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