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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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ADD In Adults

Dr. Dobson says that although Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) has now been shown to be a lifelong affliction, it can nevertheless be changed from a disadvantage to an asset.

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The Mystery of The Shemitah/ The Beginning of the End of America Part 2

Theres an ancient mystery that holds the key to Americas future. Unfortunately, if our nation doesnt turn back to God, that mystery seems to indicate a catastrophe on American soil in 2015. On the next edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson interviews Rabbi Jonathan Cahn on the Mystery of the Shemitah.

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Blogs

Encouragement For New Parents

It is also no wonder that parents are more concerned in the present era.Their children are walking through the Valley of the Shadow! Drugs, sex, alcohol, rebellion and deviant lifestyles are everywher

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The Mystery of The Shemitah/ The Beginning of the End of America Part 1

Theres an ancient mystery that holds the key to Americas future. Unfortunately, if our nation doesnt turn back to God, that mystery seems to indicate a catastrophe on American soil in 2015. On the next edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson interviews Rabbi Jonathan Cahn on the Mystery of the Shemitah.

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Newsletters

Dr. James Dobson’s March 2015 Newsletter: It Can Destroy Your Family

Dr. Dobson's March 2015
Newsletter

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The Importance of Repentance

Repentance is not a fun topic to discuss, but it may be the key to success in life. On the next edition of Family Talk, Dr. Meg Meeker interviews Dr. Henry Cloud on the importance of repentance.

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The Death of the American Family Part 1

Dr. Dobson interviews Phyllis Schlafly about the state of the American Family today.

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Hardships Can Fuel Success for Our Children

Dr. Dobson talks about how difficult times for children can sometimes provide a pathway for future successes...

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Timing of Sex Education

Let me offer some counsel now, to mothers and fathers who want to handle the instruction of their own children and are looking for a few helpful "how-tos." My hat is tipped to them. Even in this enlig

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The Problem with 50 Shades of Grey, Part 2

Is '50 Shades of Grey' really that bad? Is it okay to go watch the movie or read the books? Meg Meeker and Teresa Tomeo discuss the problems with '50 Shades of Grey,' and why you should avoid it at all costs.

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